Portitxol Oeste
Welcome to our dive site in Spain, the ideal location for beginners to explore the underwater world. Our dive starts with a descent to 5m, gradually ascending to a maximum depth of 15m, allowing you to enjoy a captivating underwater journey.
During the dive, you will encounter a wide variety of marine life, including sea bass, breams, octopus, and if you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of a school of Barracudas at 14m. The visibility in the water is approximately 11m, providing a clear view of the vibrant marine ecosystem.
Located near Cruz Roja, Carrer de la Barraca, Balcón al Mar, Xàbia / Jávea, la Marina Alta, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, 03738, Spain, our dive site offers convenient proximity to explore this beautiful region.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, our site offers an unforgettable underwater experience. Join us for a memorable dive and immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea.
During the dive, you will encounter a wide variety of marine life, including sea bass, breams, octopus, and if you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of a school of Barracudas at 14m. The visibility in the water is approximately 11m, providing a clear view of the vibrant marine ecosystem.
Located near Cruz Roja, Carrer de la Barraca, Balcón al Mar, Xàbia / Jávea, la Marina Alta, Alacant / Alicante, Valencian Community, 03738, Spain, our dive site offers convenient proximity to explore this beautiful region.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, our site offers an unforgettable underwater experience. Join us for a memorable dive and immerse yourself in the wonders of the sea.
Diving Conditions Score for Portitxol Oeste
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Portitxol Oeste
Depth
15m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Portitxol Oeste
Wave Height
0.92m
Wind Speed
16.6 m/s
Water Temp
24.6°C
Visibility
32.1km
Cloud Cover
72%
Wave Period
5.05s
Air Temperature
28.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Portitxol Oeste
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Dive Score Chart for Portitxol Oeste
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.336666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 9.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.26/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Portitxol Oeste: 06:00
Sunset at Portitxol Oeste: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Portitxol Oeste 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
17:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.86m (5.2s), Wind: 9.7 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.86m, Wind: 6.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Portitxol OesteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Portitxol Oeste
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 Portitxol Oeste
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Portitxol Oeste
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Portitxol Oeste
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
July
Visibility
16.2m / 53.1ft
January
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Portitxol Oeste
Portitxol Oeste shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (7.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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: 6 hr. ago - Jun 21, 2026
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