Piedras Altas
This dive site is teeming with an array of marine life, including schools of bogas, tres colas, sargos, and snappers. Explorers may also encounter amberjacks and discover an abundance of vibrant corals.
Our descent will commence after anchoring at a depth of 12 to 15 meters. It's important to exercise caution and closely monitor our depth, as the dive can reach up to 40 meters in the deepest section. Special attention should be paid to decompression, which can be lengthy depending on our bottom time. The name of the area originates from distinct rock formations, which are actually sizable stones dislodged from the cliff and positioned vertically. With exceptional luminosity, particularly within the first 20 meters, divers will be treated to a stunning landscape, featuring tunnels, overheads, expansive cracks, and captivating overhangs that beckon exploration into the blue depths.
Dive Information:
- Visibility: 12 meters
- Maximum Depth: 24 meters
- Recommended Diver Level: Advanced
Location Details:
Country: Spain
Close Location: Calle de Peñasol, Las Terrazas, Marina del Este, Almuñécar, Comarca de la Costa Granadina, Granada, Andalusia, 18697, Spain
Diving Conditions Score for Piedras Altas
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Piedras Altas
Depth
24m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Piedras Altas
Wave Height
0.84m
Wind Speed
7.9 m/s
Water Temp
24.5°C
Visibility
42.72km
Cloud Cover
13%
Wave Period
5.45s
Air Temperature
26.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Piedras Altas
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.2637/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.949299999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Piedras Altas 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: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.86m (5.55s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Piedras AltasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Piedras Altas
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 Piedras Altas
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Piedras Altas
Ideal Conditions for Piedras Altas
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
June
Visibility
18.4m / 60.4ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Piedras Altas
Piedras Altas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.2°C) and January the coldest (9.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.4m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026