Plataforma Cap Gros
Located just a short 10-minute boat ride from our dive center, this dive site is appropriately named after the big platform that serves as our anchor point. With the majestic wall of the tramuntana as our backdrop, we begin our dive adventure.
Descending to a maximum depth of 31m, divers will be greeted by stunning rock formations nestled amidst the sandy bottom. A particularly special feature of this site is the chimney that emerges at 20m, adding an extra sense of intrigue to the underwater landscape.
With an impressive visibility of 22m, this site offers a captivating underwater experience for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, you can enjoy exploring the beauty of this site. Located in Spain, near GR-221, Port de Sóller, Sóller, Serra de Tramuntana, Balearic Islands, 07108, this dive site is a must-visit destination for diving enthusiasts.
Descending to a maximum depth of 31m, divers will be greeted by stunning rock formations nestled amidst the sandy bottom. A particularly special feature of this site is the chimney that emerges at 20m, adding an extra sense of intrigue to the underwater landscape.
With an impressive visibility of 22m, this site offers a captivating underwater experience for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, you can enjoy exploring the beauty of this site. Located in Spain, near GR-221, Port de Sóller, Sóller, Serra de Tramuntana, Balearic Islands, 07108, this dive site is a must-visit destination for diving enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for Plataforma Cap Gros
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Plataforma Cap Gros
Depth
22m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Plataforma Cap Gros
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
6.4 m/s
Water Temp
25.1°C
Visibility
41.74km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.25s
Air Temperature
32.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Plataforma Cap Gros
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Dive Score Chart for Plataforma Cap Gros
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 9.154018264840184/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 2.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.516024096385543/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Plataforma Cap Gros: 06:00
Sunset at Plataforma Cap Gros: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Plataforma Cap Gros 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
9:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.1m (3.65s), Wind: 2.3 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Plataforma Cap GrosAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Plataforma Cap Gros
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 Plataforma Cap Gros
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Plataforma Cap Gros
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Plataforma Cap Gros
Water Temp
24.0°C / 75.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Plataforma Cap Gros
Plataforma Cap Gros shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.0°C) and December the coldest (20.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.
Last updated: 4 hr. ago - Jun 17, 2026
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