Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
The Rio de Janeiro is a historic steamboat that met its unfortunate fate on June 2, 1853 due to a charcoal fire. Despite the crew's valiant efforts, they were unable to resolve the situation and thus the captain decided to navigate towards Praia Vermelha in order to safely disembark both the crew and passengers.
One of the main highlights of this dive site is the captivating shipwreck of the Rio de Janeiro. Divers have the opportunity to witness the remnants of the ship's machinery, including the cylinders, pistons, wheel axle support, and even the condenser.
Situated off the coast of Brazil, specifically in the enchanting waters near Naufrágio do Califórnia, T7, Praia Vermelha, Angra dos Reis, Região Geográfica Imediata de Angra dos Reis, Região Geográfica Intermediária do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Region, Brazil, this dive site offers an optimal visibility of 8 meters. With a maximum depth of 13 meters, it is an ideal location for beginner divers to explore and discover the rich history that lies beneath the surface.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater journey and delve into the intriguing story of the Rio de Janeiro. Whether you are a novice diver or an experienced enthusiast, this dive site is sure to leave you in awe of its captivating beauty and historical significance.
One of the main highlights of this dive site is the captivating shipwreck of the Rio de Janeiro. Divers have the opportunity to witness the remnants of the ship's machinery, including the cylinders, pistons, wheel axle support, and even the condenser.
Situated off the coast of Brazil, specifically in the enchanting waters near Naufrágio do Califórnia, T7, Praia Vermelha, Angra dos Reis, Região Geográfica Imediata de Angra dos Reis, Região Geográfica Intermediária do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Region, Brazil, this dive site offers an optimal visibility of 8 meters. With a maximum depth of 13 meters, it is an ideal location for beginner divers to explore and discover the rich history that lies beneath the surface.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater journey and delve into the intriguing story of the Rio de Janeiro. Whether you are a novice diver or an experienced enthusiast, this dive site is sure to leave you in awe of its captivating beauty and historical significance.
Diving Conditions Score for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
Depth
13m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
4.4 m/s
Water Temp
22.9°C
Visibility
27.68km
Cloud Cover
97%
Wave Period
7.6s
Air Temperature
19.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.671662573099415/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 2.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.183575420875421/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Rio de Janeiro (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Rio de Janeiro (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Rio de Janeiro (Wreck) 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.84m (8.55s), Wind: 2.9 m/s
Safest Overall
7:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.88m (8.05s), Wind: 1.6 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.86m, Wind: 3.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
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 Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
Water Temp
22.3°C / 72.1°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Rio de Janeiro (Wreck)
Rio de Janeiro (Wreck) follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.3°C) and December the coldest (18.3°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 21, 2026
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