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Punta Xarraca

Located near the world-renowned Blue Holes, Punta Xarraca at the western end of the stunning bay of Xarraca in Spain offers a diverse range of diving opportunities. Whether you're a beginner, advanced or expert diver, there is something for everyone on the walls of Punta Xarraca.

The underwater landscape here is characterized by a mix of rocky formations and lush Posidonia meadows, providing a vibrant and varied ecosystem. Dive to a maximum depth of 27 meters to discover an array of marine life, including groupers, moray eels, spotted codling, scorpion fishes, and an abundance of nudibranchs.

One of the highlights of Punta Xarraca is the access to a unique saltwater pool nestled amidst the rocks. This natural formation offers a captivating and serene experience for divers of all levels.

With a visibility of 22 meters, divers can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of this underwater paradise. The variety of caves and tunnels that penetrate the walls of Punta Xarraca adds an adventurous element to the diving experience. Explore the beginning of these caves and tunnels at a depth of 12 meters, where a whole new world awaits.

Whether you're a beginner looking for a gentle dive or an expert seeking a deeper exploration, Punta Xarraca caters to all levels and preferences. Embark on a memorable diving adventure at this remarkable dive site located just a stone's throw away from Cave, C-733, Portinatx, Sant Joan de Labritja, Ibiza in the Balearic Islands of Spain.

Diving Conditions Score for Punta Xarraca

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 Xarraca

Depth

27m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Punta Xarraca

Wave Height

0.72m

Wind Speed

13.3 m/s

Water Temp

24.8°C

Visibility

26.3km

Cloud Cover

15%

Wave Period

4.4s

Air Temperature

26.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Punta Xarraca
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Dive Score Chart for Punta Xarraca

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.8728/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 18 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.829249140893471/10.

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

Sunrise at Punta Xarraca: 06:00
Sunset at Punta Xarraca: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Punta Xarraca 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
10:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.72m (4.15s), Wind: 18 m/s

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Safest Overall
7:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.68m (4.15s), Wind: 12.8 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Punta Xarraca
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Punta Xarraca

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 Xarraca

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.4/10

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

Best Months for Punta Xarraca

January
Score: 8.8
February
Score: 8.3
December
Score: 8.1

Ideal Conditions for Punta Xarraca

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.6°C / 81.7°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.0m / 52.5ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Punta Xarraca

Punta Xarraca shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (8.3°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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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