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River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

River Gurara MV is a Nigerian cargo motor vessel that tragically sank during a strong storm on February 26, 1989, near Cape Espichel in Portugal. Despite the challenging conditions, the ship broke in the middle, with its bow remaining close to the coast. This dive site offers an incredible opportunity to explore the intact bow of the River Gurara wreck, with an average depth of 28m.

Divers will be captivated by the diverse marine life that has taken refuge within the wreck. From large congers and pouts to seabreams, wrasses, morays, squids, and octopuses, this dive site is teeming with fascinating underwater creatures.

Visibility at this site is around 9m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty and details of the wreck. With a maximum depth of 26m, this dive site is best suited for advanced divers who possess the necessary experience and skills.

Located in the picturesque country of Portugal, this dive site is in close proximity to Parque Marinho Luiz Saldanha - Zona Protecção Parcial, Proibida a passagem, Castelo, Sesimbra, Setúbal, 2970-085, Portugal.

Immerse yourself in the history and marine wonders of the River Gurara MV wreck. Explore the intact bow, and catch a glimpse of the remaining hull and crane. Discover an underwater world like no other at this remarkable dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

6.8
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

Depth

26m

Visibility

9m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

Wave Height

1.02m

Wind Speed

11.4 m/s

Water Temp

17.3°C

Visibility

23.44km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

4.8s

Air Temperature

27.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.385618428184282/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.76m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.711232492997198/10.

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

Sunrise at River Gurara Proa (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at River Gurara Proa (Wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at River Gurara Proa (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.

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Best Overall
9:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.76m (6.15s), Wind: 1.1 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.82m, Wind: 2.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at River Gurara Proa (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 River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.2/10

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

Best Months for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

January
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 7.7

Ideal Conditions for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.0°C / 73.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.3m / 50.2ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for River Gurara Proa (Wreck)

River Gurara Proa (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.0°C) and January the coldest (8.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.9m 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 21, 2026

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