Thais
Thais is situated in the largest natural reef in Portugal, known as Armação de Pêra. Located just 4 nautical miles off the coast, this dive site offers depths ranging from 15 to 22 meters. Thanks to the bay's protective nature, divers can enjoy excellent diving conditions all year round.
Armação de Pêra Bay has been the subject of numerous studies, revealing the presence of more than 800 different species. Among these species, there are 116 types of fish, 649 invertebrates, and 50 varieties of algae.
With a visibility of 10m and a maximum depth of 23m, Thais welcomes divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. This remarkable dive spot is conveniently located near Albufeira, in the Faro region of Portugal.
Join us at Thais and explore the underwater wonders of Armação de Pêra Bay. Discover the diverse marine life and enchanting landscapes that await you beneath the surface. Plan your dive adventure now and immerse yourself in the beauty of this extraordinary dive site.
Armação de Pêra Bay has been the subject of numerous studies, revealing the presence of more than 800 different species. Among these species, there are 116 types of fish, 649 invertebrates, and 50 varieties of algae.
With a visibility of 10m and a maximum depth of 23m, Thais welcomes divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. This remarkable dive spot is conveniently located near Albufeira, in the Faro region of Portugal.
Join us at Thais and explore the underwater wonders of Armação de Pêra Bay. Discover the diverse marine life and enchanting landscapes that await you beneath the surface. Plan your dive adventure now and immerse yourself in the beauty of this extraordinary dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Thais
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Thais
Depth
23m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Thais
Wave Height
0.48m
Wind Speed
6.8 m/s
Water Temp
19.6°C
Visibility
32.62km
Cloud Cover
12%
Wave Period
6.75s
Air Temperature
23.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Thais
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Dive Score Chart for Thais
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.845721393034827/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.48m, Wind 3.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.243921393034826/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Thais: 06:00
Sunset at Thais: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Thais 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: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.48m (6.7s), Wind: 3.1 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 4.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for ThaisAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Thais
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 Thais
Winter
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Thais
January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.9
December
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Thais
Water Temp
21.6°C / 70.9°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Thais
Thais shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.6°C) and January the coldest (10.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.8m 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). January 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 - Jul 13, 2026
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