Roncadores del Palmar
Discover the beauty of Tenerife's underwater volcanic landscapes at this dive site suitable for divers of all levels. Immerse yourself in the depths and explore the cracks in the walls where you can encounter fascinating marine life including tiger moray eels, dark morays, prawns, trumpet fish, anemones, and wide-eyed flounder.
Located just 14 minutes from the port, this dive offers spectacular volcanic formations and the opportunity to witness the mesmerizing sight of a large school of grunts circling around divers. With a maximum depth of 21 meters and visibility up to 19 meters, this dive is perfect for beginners looking to experience the wonders of the underwater world.
Situated near the Palmar fish farms, it is relatively common to spot angel sharks and rays on the sandy bottom. Don't miss out on this incredible diving experience in Spain's Canary Islands.
Located just 14 minutes from the port, this dive offers spectacular volcanic formations and the opportunity to witness the mesmerizing sight of a large school of grunts circling around divers. With a maximum depth of 21 meters and visibility up to 19 meters, this dive is perfect for beginners looking to experience the wonders of the underwater world.
Situated near the Palmar fish farms, it is relatively common to spot angel sharks and rays on the sandy bottom. Don't miss out on this incredible diving experience in Spain's Canary Islands.
Diving Conditions Score for Roncadores del Palmar
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Roncadores del Palmar
Depth
21m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Roncadores del Palmar
Wave Height
0.74m
Wind Speed
4.5 m/s
Water Temp
22.2°C
Visibility
26.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
7s
Air Temperature
22.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Roncadores del Palmar
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Dive Score Chart for Roncadores del Palmar
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.04861475409836/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 0.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.15626146572104/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Roncadores del Palmar: 06:00
Sunset at Roncadores del Palmar: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Roncadores del Palmar 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
8:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.72m (6.1s), Wind: 0.6 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 4.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Roncadores del PalmarAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Roncadores del Palmar
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 Roncadores del Palmar
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Roncadores del Palmar
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Roncadores del Palmar
Water Temp
22.8°C / 73.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Roncadores del Palmar
Roncadores del Palmar shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.8°C) and December the coldest (18.8°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
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