Pedra do Lavagante
Located just a short 15-minute boat ride from Albufeira's marina, this dive site is conveniently accessible. Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters of Portugal and experience the thrill of diving in this captivating location. Recommended for advanced divers, this site promises an exceptional adventure that will leave you captivated by the beauty of the underwater realm. With a visibility of 5 meters, you'll have the opportunity to fully appreciate the mesmerizing sights this dive site has to offer. Plan your dive today and make unforgettable memories exploring the depths of Portugal's waters.
Diving Conditions Score for Pedra do Lavagante
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pedra do Lavagante
Depth
20m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pedra do Lavagante
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
5.4 m/s
Water Temp
21.5°C
Visibility
29.56km
Cloud Cover
25%
Wave Period
5.5s
Air Temperature
25.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pedra do Lavagante
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.928530864197532/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 4.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.06871282051282/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pedra do Lavagante are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.38m (5.4s), Wind: 4.8 m/s
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.38m (5.45s), Wind: 4.6 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.4m, Wind: 8.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pedra do LavaganteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pedra do Lavagante
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Pedra do Lavagante
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pedra do Lavagante
Ideal Conditions for Pedra do Lavagante
Water Temp
21.6°C / 70.9°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pedra do Lavagante
Pedra do Lavagante shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.6°C) and January the coldest (10.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 8, 2026