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Pedra do Meio

This dive site offers an easy and enjoyable experience for divers. With a maximum depth of about 13m, it features a shallow stone formation that stretches from west to east near the port exit. Despite its relatively low profile, this site teems with vibrant marine life, including schools of various fish species, octopuses, cuttlefish, and starfish. It also serves as a nursery for marine species, as octopuses, cuttlefish, and squids lay their eggs here, allowing divers to witness the initial phases of life. Additionally, divers have the opportunity to spot a small population of seahorses, with six identified so far.

Located in Portugal, this dive spot is perfect for beginners, with its easy accessibility and abundant underwater life. Although there may be occasional boat activity due to its proximity to the port, diving centers take necessary precautions to ensure a safe experience. The site can be found near Forte de Santiago, in the Sesimbra region of Setúbal, Portugal.

Enhance your diving adventure with good visibility of approximately 7m. Immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of this picturesque location and enjoy a relaxing and fulfilling dive.

Diving Conditions Score for Pedra do Meio

6.8
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Pedra do Meio

Depth

13m

Visibility

7m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Pedra do Meio

Wave Height

1.08m

Wind Speed

8.7 m/s

Water Temp

17.7°C

Visibility

23.2km

Cloud Cover

99%

Wave Period

7.6s

Air Temperature

26.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pedra do Meio
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Dive Score Chart for Pedra do Meio

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.737672955974843/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.08m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.127477235772358/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Pedra do Meio: 06:00
Sunset at Pedra do Meio: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Pedra do Meio 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.

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Best Overall
10:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1.08m (7.95s), Wind: 5.5 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 4.7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Pedra do Meio
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pedra do Meio

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 Meio

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.2/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Pedra do Meio

January
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 7.7

Ideal Conditions for Pedra do Meio

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.0°C / 73.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.3m / 50.2ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Pedra do Meio

Pedra do Meio shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.0°C) and January the coldest (8.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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