Ponta da Passagem
Welcome to one of the most breathtaking and versatile dive sites in Sesimbra, Portugal. This spot offers divers a truly magnificent experience with its stunning underwater landscape. The highlight of this dive site is a grand canyon adorned with vibrant walls teeming with a kaleidoscope of colorful marine life, including vivid yellow sponges, graceful nudibranchs, and delicate anemones.
As you explore this underwater wonderland, you'll encounter a diverse array of marine creatures. Keep an eye out for schools of seabreams, mesmerizing moray eels, and fascinating cuttlefish. The flora in this area is equally captivating, with swaying kelp adding an extra touch of beauty to the surroundings.
The dive begins with a visit to a clearing area marked by large rocks resting on the sandy ocean floor. From there, divers can venture through an underwater passage that takes them to the other side of the canyon, where the depth reaches 22 meters.
With excellent visibility of around 8 meters and a maximum depth of 15 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Located near the protected area of Parque Natural da Arrábida, in Sesimbra, close to Castelo, this dive site offers a convenient and enchanting underwater experience.
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of this remarkable dive site in Sesimbra, Portugal, and discover a world filled with vibrant marine life and awe-inspiring underwater landscapes.
As you explore this underwater wonderland, you'll encounter a diverse array of marine creatures. Keep an eye out for schools of seabreams, mesmerizing moray eels, and fascinating cuttlefish. The flora in this area is equally captivating, with swaying kelp adding an extra touch of beauty to the surroundings.
The dive begins with a visit to a clearing area marked by large rocks resting on the sandy ocean floor. From there, divers can venture through an underwater passage that takes them to the other side of the canyon, where the depth reaches 22 meters.
With excellent visibility of around 8 meters and a maximum depth of 15 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Located near the protected area of Parque Natural da Arrábida, in Sesimbra, close to Castelo, this dive site offers a convenient and enchanting underwater experience.
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of this remarkable dive site in Sesimbra, Portugal, and discover a world filled with vibrant marine life and awe-inspiring underwater landscapes.
Diving Conditions Score for Ponta da Passagem
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ponta da Passagem
Depth
15m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Ponta da Passagem
Wave Height
0.92m
Wind Speed
5.1 m/s
Water Temp
17.3°C
Visibility
21.02km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
7.2s
Air Temperature
19.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ponta da Passagem
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Dive Score Chart for Ponta da Passagem
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.866715525114155/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.9m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.343150684931507/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ponta da Passagem: 06:00
Sunset at Ponta da Passagem: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ponta da Passagem 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
8:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.9m (7.3s), Wind: 3.3 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.92m (7.3s), Wind: 2.8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.92m, Wind: 3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ponta da PassagemAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ponta da Passagem
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 Ponta da Passagem
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 Ponta da Passagem
January
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Ponta da Passagem
Water Temp
22.9°C / 73.2°F
July
Visibility
15.3m / 50.2ft
January
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ponta da Passagem
Ponta da Passagem shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (22.9°C) and January the coldest (8.5°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026
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