Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Discover the incredible marine biodiversity that makes our diving area stand out. Explore the crevices and encounter different types of moray eels and conger eels. In the open blue waters, it's a common sight to find tuna swimming gracefully.
For a truly spectacular diving experience, head to Playa Chica of Puerto Naos. This area has recently witnessed special sightings that have amazed divers. From Hammerhead Sharks and Frog Fish to Sunfish, you'll encounter an array of fascinating marine life. Schools of Bonitos, Sepiola Atlantica, and dogfish can also be observed. If you're lucky, you may even spot Fin whales in the distance. Night diving enthusiasts will find the area particularly captivating, as it becomes especially active after sunset. Additionally, our dive site features stunning coral areas that are perfect for technical divers.
At our dive site, you can expect a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 25m. Our location offers panoramic views of Puerto Naos Beach, El Muellito, La Bombilla, and its lighthouse. Visit us at Calle Miramar, Puerto Naos, Los Llanos de Aridane, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Depth
25m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Wave Height
0.76m
Wind Speed
8.2 m/s
Water Temp
22.2°C
Visibility
5.16km
Cloud Cover
43%
Wave Period
8.2s
Air Temperature
22.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.565020080321286/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 2.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.851686746987951/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Puerto Naos - Playa Chica 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: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.72m (8.3s), Wind: 2.7 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Puerto Naos - Playa ChicaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
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 Naos - Playa Chica
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Ideal Conditions for Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Water Temp
24.0°C / 75.2°F
July
Visibility
16.1m / 52.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Puerto Naos - Playa Chica
Puerto Naos - Playa Chica shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.0°C) and January the coldest (14.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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