Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
As you explore between the sculptures, you'll encounter an abundance of marine species. Rays gracefully glide through the water, while trumpet fishes and moray eels navigate their way amongst the artistic formations. Look out for the impressive gatherings of snappers, accompanied by the majestic presence of large barracudas.
With a visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, this dive experience is ideally suited for advanced divers. Located near Pasito Blanco in San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Las Palmas, our dive site offers easy access to this captivating underwater world.
Immerse yourself in the beauty of this unique dive site and discover the wonders that await beneath the surface. Plan your adventure today and explore the captivating sea life that thrives amongst our impressive concrete sculptures.
Diving Conditions Score for Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Depth
20m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Wave Height
0.56m
Wind Speed
1.7 m/s
Water Temp
21.9°C
Visibility
27.32km
Cloud Cover
92%
Wave Period
5.4s
Air Temperature
18°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.120175308641976/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.56m, Wind 1.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.67440864197531/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ray Bank, Gran Canaria 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: 0.56m (5.4s), Wind: 1.4 m/s
Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.56m, Wind: 0.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ray Bank, Gran CanariaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
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 Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Ideal Conditions for Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
July
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
November
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ray Bank, Gran Canaria
Ray Bank, Gran Canaria shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (14.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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 20, 2026