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Pepe’s Point

Explore the captivating dive site situated at the convergence of the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. With an entrance located between six and eight meters at the edge of the island platform's cliff, divers embark on a descent without a reference buoy. The cliff descends to a depth of 22 meters, providing a mesmerizing underwater experience. For the more adventurous divers, the journey continues to depths of 40-50 meters.

Underwater enthusiasts will be greeted by an array of fascinating marine life. Keep an eye out for majestic groupers, mesmerizing schools of corvina, graceful lemon fish, sleek barracudas, and elusive lobsters.

What sets this dive site apart is its unique opportunity to explore both the Atlantic and Mediterranean sides. Whether you prefer the Atlantic's rugged beauty or the Mediterranean's tranquility, this site offers unparalleled diversity for divers. The maximum depth of this extraordinary dive site ranges from 40 to 50 meters.

With visibility reaching up to 12 meters, divers can truly immerse themselves in the vibrant underwater world. This dive site is best suited for advanced divers who are familiar with navigating varying depths and currents.

Located near the Lighthouse Tarifa in the Huerta del Rey area of Tarifa, Spain, this magnificent dive site is easily accessible for divers. Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this exceptional location in Spain's Andalusia region. Discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface and create lasting memories in this breathtaking dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Pepe’s Point

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Pepe’s Point

Depth

22m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Pepe’s Point

Wave Height

0.94m

Wind Speed

29.2 m/s

Water Temp

20.6°C

Visibility

40.52km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.3s

Air Temperature

25.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pepe’s Point
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Dive Score Chart for Pepe’s Point

Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.3933333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.96m, Wind 35.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.182838283828383/10.

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

Sunrise at Pepe’s Point: 06:00
Sunset at Pepe’s Point: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Pepe’s Point 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
14:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.96m (5.05s), Wind: 35.5 m/s

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Safest Overall
10:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.88m (4.95s), Wind: 29.2 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 18.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Pepe’s Point
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pepe’s Point

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 Pepe’s Point

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.0/10

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

Best Months for Pepe’s Point

December
Score: 8.2
January
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.9

Ideal Conditions for Pepe’s Point

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.8°C / 76.6°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.5m / 47.6ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Pepe’s Point

Pepe’s Point shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.8°C) and January the coldest (9.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 17, 2026

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