Puerto Fenicio
The dive site features a mix of rocky and sandy bottoms, creating an optimal environment for buoyancy practice. One standout feature is the large shallow water area, which provides protection from the east wind. This makes it a particularly favorable spot for night dives.
During your dive, you'll explore an intriguing landscape of rocks and sand, dotted with small holes that serve as resting places for electric rays. Keep an eye out for fascinating marine creatures such as shrimps and octopuses, as they call this dive site home. As you venture deeper, you'll encounter a captivating wall adorned with tube worms and nudibranchs.
With a visibility of 13m and a maximum depth of 11m, you'll have excellent conditions for observing the underwater wonders at this Tarifa dive site. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this location promises an unforgettable experience. Join us at Carrretera de la Isla de las Palomas, Huerta del Rey, Tarifa, Campo de Gibraltar, Cádiz, Andalusia, 11380, Spain, and embark on an underwater adventure like no other.
Diving Conditions Score for Puerto Fenicio
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Puerto Fenicio
Depth
11m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Puerto Fenicio
Wave Height
0.6m
Wind Speed
3.8 m/s
Water Temp
22°C
Visibility
37.04km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
6.45s
Air Temperature
24.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Puerto Fenicio
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.994166666666668/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 2.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.169081364829397/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Puerto Fenicio 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.62m (6.4s), Wind: 2.1 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 3.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Puerto FenicioAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Puerto Fenicio
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 Puerto Fenicio
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Puerto Fenicio
Ideal Conditions for Puerto Fenicio
Water Temp
24.8°C / 76.6°F
July
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Puerto Fenicio
Puerto Fenicio shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.8°C) and January the coldest (9.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.1m 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