Punta des Murter
Located just 5 minutes away from Fornells Port, this dive spot offers an easy and convenient underwater adventure. Upon leaving the bay, a quick right turn leads you to Punta des Murter. Here, you can anchor at a shallow platform of 5m and descend to a maximum depth of 20m.
Throughout the dive, you'll be surrounded by vibrant marine life, fascinating tunnels, and enchanting rock formations. The rocky terrain is home to a variety of captivating creatures including octopuses, moray eels, and nudibranchs. Additionally, while swimming, keep an eye out for groupers, barracudas, and the occasional dentex.
One of the highlights of this dive is a small cavern nestled within the cliffs, providing a stunning backlight effect. Inside, you'll have the opportunity to observe prawns and cardinalfishes, adding to the diverse marine ecosystem.
With a visibility of 17m and a maximum depth of 19m, this dive spot caters to divers of all experience levels, with a specific recommendation for beginners. Whether you're a novice looking to explore the wonders of underwater life or a seasoned diver seeking a relaxed dive, this spot offers something for everyone.
When planning your dive trip, make sure to include a visit to the nearby Batería de Costa de la Atalaya de Fornells, a fascinating historical site that complements your underwater adventure. Diving in Spain's breathtaking Balearic Islands is an experience not to be missed.
Diving Conditions Score for Punta des Murter
Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Punta des Murter
Depth
19m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Punta des Murter
Wave Height
0.48m
Wind Speed
6.8 m/s
Water Temp
25.6°C
Visibility
32.26km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.75s
Air Temperature
24.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Punta des Murter
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 9.024347826086956/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.48m, Wind 6.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 9.113061224489797/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Punta des Murter 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: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.5m (4.9s), Wind: 1.6 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.48m (4.6s), Wind: 6.2 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 6.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Punta des MurterAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Punta des Murter
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 Punta des Murter
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Punta des Murter
Ideal Conditions for Punta des Murter
Water Temp
26.5°C / 79.7°F
July
Visibility
14.2m / 46.6ft
December
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Punta des Murter
Punta des Murter shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.5°C) and January the coldest (6.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m 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 - Jul 6, 2026