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Punta Marroquí de Poniente

Discover the stunning diving opportunities in the Southwestern area of Tarifa, Spain. Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world through a descent guided by the buoy of the natural park of the straight. Dive into depths ranging from 16 to 30 meters, offering an exhilarating exploration experience.

Prepare to explore a wide diving area with various itineraries, providing ample opportunities to encounter the diverse marine life that inhabits these waters. Marvel at the remarkable sight of different shipwreck anchors while surrounded by abundant schools of barracudas and majestic groupers.

With an impressive visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 25 meters, this dive site is ideal for advanced divers seeking an unforgettable adventure. As the southernmost dive site in the Atlantic of continental Europe, the location near the Lighthouse Tarifa offers a remarkable and unique experience.

Indulge in the enchanting underwater beauty of Tarifa and its surrounding waters. Embark on a dive journey that will tantalize your senses and create memories that will last a lifetime. Explore this remarkable dive site in the water and unlock the secrets of the mesmerizing marine world.

Diving Conditions Score for Punta Marroquí de Poniente

7.5
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Punta Marroquí de Poniente

Depth

25m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Punta Marroquí de Poniente

Wave Height

0.76m

Wind Speed

20.2 m/s

Water Temp

22.5°C

Visibility

37.04km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.05s

Air Temperature

26.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Punta Marroquí de Poniente
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Dive Score Chart for Punta Marroquí de Poniente

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.474975845410627/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 3.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.626906474820144/10.

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

Sunrise at Punta Marroquí de Poniente: 06:00
Sunset at Punta Marroquí de Poniente: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Punta Marroquí de Poniente 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
7:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.64m (6.9s), Wind: 3.1 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.66m (6.95s), Wind: 2.2 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 3.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Punta Marroquí de Poniente
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Punta Marroquí de Poniente

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 Marroquí de Poniente

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.8/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Punta Marroquí de Poniente

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.7

Ideal Conditions for Punta Marroquí de Poniente

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.6°C / 74.5°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Punta Marroquí de Poniente

Punta Marroquí de Poniente shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.6°C) and December the coldest (19.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.

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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