Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
This dive site is located in the Alcatrazes Refugio, offering a safe and protected diving experience. With depths ranging from 10 to 20 meters, it is an ideal spot for beginner divers.
During the dive, you will encounter octopus burrows situated in the sandy areas close to the rocky shore. The presence of a remarkable amount of shells and crab remnants adds to the fascination of this dive.
With a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 11 meters, this dive site in Brazil promises an enjoyable and accessible underwater adventure. Located near São Paulo in the Southeast Region of Brazil, it is easily accessible for divers seeking a memorable experience.
During the dive, you will encounter octopus burrows situated in the sandy areas close to the rocky shore. The presence of a remarkable amount of shells and crab remnants adds to the fascination of this dive.
With a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 11 meters, this dive site in Brazil promises an enjoyable and accessible underwater adventure. Located near São Paulo in the Southeast Region of Brazil, it is easily accessible for divers seeking a memorable experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
Depth
11m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
Wave Height
1.68m
Wind Speed
0.9 m/s
Water Temp
22.6°C
Visibility
15.74km
Cloud Cover
31%
Wave Period
9.1s
Air Temperature
20.4°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
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Dive Score Chart for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.403333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.7m, Wind 0.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.075166666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes: 06:00
Sunset at Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 1.7m (9.1s), Wind: 0.8 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.58m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Saco do Funil - AlcatrazesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
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 Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.9/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
July
Score: 9.1
June
Score: 8.9
August
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
Water Temp
23.9°C / 75.0°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
July
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes
Saco do Funil - Alcatrazes follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (23.9°C) and September the coldest (18.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 14, 2026
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