Pyrgaki Cove
Dive enthusiasts will be delighted by the diverse marine life that inhabits this site. Keep an eye out for flounders, scorpion fish, eels, nudibranchs, octopuses, and if you're lucky, you might even come across magnificent turtles during certain seasons.
Your dive journey begins by leisurely swimming through the labyrinth of boulders and sandy bottoms until you reach the abundant Posidonia Grass. As you venture towards the bay's edge, larger rocks mark the beginning of the impressive wall. Once you reach the outer point, you'll be treated to the breathtaking sight of an awe-inspiring wall on one side, while the opposite side reveals a serene expanse of sandy terrain. Descend to the deepest point of 18 meters and then gracefully ascend, tracing the wall until you return to the boat.
Featuring remarkable visibility of up to 20 meters and a maximum depth of 13 meters, this dive site provides an ideal environment for beginner divers to explore and discover the wonders of the underwater world. Located in close proximity to Anchor, Πρός Μονή Αγίου Γεωργίου, Tourlos, Marpissa, Δήμος Πάρου, Paros Regional Unit, South Aegean, Aegean, 84400, Greece, this captivating dive site is easily accessible for all diving enthusiasts.
Immerse yourself in the extraordinary beauty and captivating marine biodiversity of this Greek dive site. Start planning your unforgettable diving experience today!
Diving Conditions Score for Pyrgaki Cove
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pyrgaki Cove
Depth
13m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pyrgaki Cove
Wave Height
1.04m
Wind Speed
15.8 m/s
Water Temp
22.7°C
Visibility
40.82km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.55s
Air Temperature
25.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pyrgaki Cove
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.426666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 27 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.093333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pyrgaki Cove 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.94m (4.05s), Wind: 27 m/s
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.82m, Wind: 24 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pyrgaki CoveAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pyrgaki Cove
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 Pyrgaki Cove
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pyrgaki Cove
Ideal Conditions for Pyrgaki Cove
Water Temp
23.7°C / 74.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pyrgaki Cove
Pyrgaki Cove shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.7°C) and December the coldest (19.7°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026