Terno - Salvador
The Terno dive site, discovered in 2018, is a vast expanse of coral reefs teeming with marine life. Divers of all levels will find this underwater paradise at a maximum depth ranging from 12 to 14 meters.
As a reef area, the Terno offers the opportunity to encounter various species of morays and turtles. One can easily spot angelfish, with the H. ciliaris and H. tricolor species being particularly common.
Located in Cidade Baixa, Centro, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, this dive site promises a captivating experience for beginners and experienced divers alike. With a visibility of 10 meters, divers can fully appreciate the vibrant colors and beauty of the underwater world at Terno.
As a reef area, the Terno offers the opportunity to encounter various species of morays and turtles. One can easily spot angelfish, with the H. ciliaris and H. tricolor species being particularly common.
Located in Cidade Baixa, Centro, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil, this dive site promises a captivating experience for beginners and experienced divers alike. With a visibility of 10 meters, divers can fully appreciate the vibrant colors and beauty of the underwater world at Terno.
Diving Conditions Score for Terno - Salvador
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Terno - Salvador
Depth
12m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Terno - Salvador
Wave Height
1.88m
Wind Speed
22.5 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
7.14km
Cloud Cover
21%
Wave Period
7.1s
Air Temperature
25°C
Precipitation
0.2 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Terno - Salvador
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Dive Score Chart for Terno - Salvador
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 6.255733333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.56m, Wind 16.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.073333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Terno - Salvador: 06:00
Sunset at Terno - Salvador: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Terno - Salvador 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
16:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.56m (7.75s), Wind: 16.8 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.44m, Wind: 11.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Terno - SalvadorAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Terno - Salvador
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 Terno - Salvador
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Terno - Salvador
June
Score: 9.5
July
Score: 9.5
May
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Terno - Salvador
Water Temp
25.3°C / 77.5°F
May
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
May
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Terno - Salvador
Terno - Salvador follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (25.3°C) and November the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.6m 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). December is usually the driest month with 0.9mm 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 20, 2026
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