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Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

Praia Vermelha (Red Beach) is a fantastic dive site located in the charming Urca neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Situated along the captivating shoreline, the Morro da Babilônia defines the rocky right side of this picturesque coast. Divers will be delighted to explore the underwater wonders that await them, starting from the rocky wall and extending towards the first inlet, offering a beach entry experience.

This dive site offers a diverse range of marine life, providing divers with the opportunity to witness various species of fish such as puffer fishes, coyos, and friars. However, caution is advised as the area is known for having numerous sea urchins. Marvelous encounters with turtles and octopuses are also quite common in this underwater paradise.

With a visibility of approximately 4 meters and a maximum depth of 8 meters, Praia Vermelha is an ideal diving spot for beginners looking to embark on their underwater adventures. The close proximity to Círculo Militar da Praia Vermelha and other local landmarks in Urca, Rio de Janeiro, makes this dive site easily accessible for enthusiasts residing in or visiting the region.

Explore the marvels of Praia Vermelha's underwater realm and create unforgettable memories as you immerse yourself in the vibrant aquatic world of Rio de Janeiro.

Diving Conditions Score for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

6.1
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

Depth

8m

Visibility

4m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia
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Dive Score Chart for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia: 06:00
Sunset at Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia 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
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

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 Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

July
Score: 9.5
May
Score: 9.2
June
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.4°C / 75.9°F

March

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.6m / 44.6ft

February

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia

Praia Vermelha - Costão do Morro da Babilônia follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (24.4°C) and September the coldest (18.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 22, 2026

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