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Rotxa de Ventoinha

Located on the Northeast part of the island in Cape Verde, this dive site offers an exciting underwater experience. The dive begins on a rocky plateau at a depth of 6 meters, leading divers down into a channel surrounded by magnificent canyons of rock. The maximum depth of the dive is 20 meters, providing ample opportunity for exploration.

As divers make their way along the canyons and sandy bottom, they will discover an array of fascinating marine species. Schools of doctorfish and parrotfish, along with groupers, can be observed throughout the dive. The dive site also offers encounters with various species of moray eels, nurse sharks, stingrays, lobsters, nudibranchs, soldier fish, and oceanic triggerfish.

With a visibility of 15 meters, divers can expect clear waters to enhance their diving experience. This dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or seeking an exciting adventure as an experienced diver, this site has something to offer.

Close to Ribeira da Aguda in Paul, Cape Verde, this dive site is easily accessible, allowing divers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the underwater world. Explore the canyons, swim with fascinating marine life, and create unforgettable memories at this captivating dive site in Cape Verde.

Diving Conditions Score for Rotxa de Ventoinha

6.6
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 Rotxa de Ventoinha

Depth

20m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Rotxa de Ventoinha

Wave Height

1.76m

Wind Speed

20.8 m/s

Water Temp

24.8°C

Visibility

26.5km

Cloud Cover

6%

Wave Period

6.65s

Air Temperature

23.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Rotxa de Ventoinha
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Dive Score Chart for Rotxa de Ventoinha

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.504033333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.62m, Wind 21.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.076233333333334/10.

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

Sunrise at Rotxa de Ventoinha : 06:00
Sunset at Rotxa de Ventoinha : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Rotxa de Ventoinha 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
6:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.62m (6.5s), Wind: 21.4 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.6m, Wind: 22.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Rotxa de Ventoinha
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Rotxa de Ventoinha

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 Rotxa de Ventoinha

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.4/10

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

Best Months for Rotxa de Ventoinha

January
Score: 9.5
December
Score: 9.5
November
Score: 9.3

Ideal Conditions for Rotxa de Ventoinha

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.4°C / 75.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.1m / 49.5ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Rotxa de Ventoinha

Rotxa de Ventoinha shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.4°C) and January the coldest (17.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 18, 2026

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