Peniche
Diving opportunities extend beyond Berlengas to include Peniche. Whether you prefer leisurely diving or specialized diving, Peniche offers a variety of options. Experience these dives near the beautiful "Portinho da Areia Sul" beach or explore the inlets surrounding Peniche Fortress.
When diving in Peniche, it is important to exercise caution in order to avoid accidentally touching stonefish, scorpionfish, or sea urchins.
Discover the beauty of the underwater world in Peniche, Portugal. With a maximum depth of 14m and visibility of 6m, this dive site is suitable for beginners. Don't miss the chance to explore the close locations of Segredo, Alto da vela, Peniche, Leiria, 2520-260, Portugal.
Experience an unforgettable underwater adventure in Peniche, Portugal. Join us at DiveChamp.com for a dive like no other.
When diving in Peniche, it is important to exercise caution in order to avoid accidentally touching stonefish, scorpionfish, or sea urchins.
Discover the beauty of the underwater world in Peniche, Portugal. With a maximum depth of 14m and visibility of 6m, this dive site is suitable for beginners. Don't miss the chance to explore the close locations of Segredo, Alto da vela, Peniche, Leiria, 2520-260, Portugal.
Experience an unforgettable underwater adventure in Peniche, Portugal. Join us at DiveChamp.com for a dive like no other.
Diving Conditions Score for Peniche
5.5
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Peniche
Depth
14m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Peniche
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
15.3 m/s
Water Temp
18.4°C
Visibility
20.3km
Cloud Cover
70%
Wave Period
5.55s
Air Temperature
19.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Peniche
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Dive Score Chart for Peniche
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.109435695538058/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 17.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.283060606060606/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Peniche: 06:00
Sunset at Peniche: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Peniche 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.
Best Overall
13:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.78m (6.35s), Wind: 17.9 m/s
Safest Overall
12:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.78m (6.35s), Wind: 16.6 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 0.82m, Wind: 14 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for PenicheAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Peniche
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 Peniche
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Peniche
January
Score: 8.3
February
Score: 8.3
December
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Peniche
Water Temp
20.6°C / 69.1°F
July
Visibility
14.0m / 45.9ft
February
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Peniche
Peniche shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (20.6°C) and January the coldest (8.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.2m 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 9, 2026
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