Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
Just inside the outer breakwater, this dive site is perfect for beginners or those looking for an easy dive. With a maximum depth of 15m and visibility around 2m, it offers a great opportunity to check out gear, test skills, or simply enjoy a relaxed exploration underwater. Located in Castletown, Dorset, South West England, this site is easily accessible for divers in the United Kingdom.
The dive site has a silty base, which can sometimes cause reduced visibility when disturbed. However, despite this, there is an abundance of marine life to discover. From colorful nudibranchs to butterfish, tom-pot blennies, and spider crabs, there is something for every diver to enjoy here.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site in the United Kingdom offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the underwater world and enhance your diving skills. Plan your next dive trip to this captivating location and experience the beauty of the underwater environment.
The dive site has a silty base, which can sometimes cause reduced visibility when disturbed. However, despite this, there is an abundance of marine life to discover. From colorful nudibranchs to butterfish, tom-pot blennies, and spider crabs, there is something for every diver to enjoy here.
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site in the United Kingdom offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the underwater world and enhance your diving skills. Plan your next dive trip to this captivating location and experience the beauty of the underwater environment.
Diving Conditions Score for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
Depth
15m
Visibility
2m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.76m
Wind Speed
22.3 m/s
Water Temp
17.1°C
Visibility
54.26km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.85s
Air Temperature
23°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.0633333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 16.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 6.873150684931508/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Spaniard/Encuri (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
15:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.8m (4s), Wind: 16.6 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 15.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Spaniard/Encuri (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 Spaniard/Encuri (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 Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
January
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
Water Temp
18.4°C / 65.1°F
July
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
January
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck)
Spaniard/Encuri (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.4°C) and December the coldest (1.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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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