The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Located in front of the beach of the launches of Tariff, this dive site is a sunken boat resting on a sandy bed. With a maximum depth of 30 meters, this dive is specifically designed for advanced divers. It is highly recommended to use nitrox for this dive.
This wreck is an early 20th-century cargo ship that now lies on its side in a south-north direction. The minimum depth at this site is 18 meters, while the maximum depth reaches 30 meters.
Nestled in the middle of a sandy area, this sunken ship serves as a shelter for countless sea creatures. Due to the abundance of gorgonian corals that inhabit it, it is commonly referred to as "The Gorgonians".
Divers visiting this dive site can expect a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters. It is important to note that this dive is only suitable for advanced divers. Located in La Vega, Tarifa, in the Campo de Gibraltar area of Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, this site offers a unique underwater experience for diving enthusiasts.
This wreck is an early 20th-century cargo ship that now lies on its side in a south-north direction. The minimum depth at this site is 18 meters, while the maximum depth reaches 30 meters.
Nestled in the middle of a sandy area, this sunken ship serves as a shelter for countless sea creatures. Due to the abundance of gorgonian corals that inhabit it, it is commonly referred to as "The Gorgonians".
Divers visiting this dive site can expect a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters. It is important to note that this dive is only suitable for advanced divers. Located in La Vega, Tarifa, in the Campo de Gibraltar area of Cádiz, Andalusia, Spain, this site offers a unique underwater experience for diving enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Depth
26m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
17.3 m/s
Water Temp
22.5°C
Visibility
37.04km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
26.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.474975845410627/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 3.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.626906474820144/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Gorgonian (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at The Gorgonian (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Gorgonian (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
7:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.64m (6.9s), Wind: 3.1 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.66m (6.95s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 3.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The Gorgonian (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Gorgonian (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 The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
Water Temp
23.6°C / 74.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Gorgonian (Wreck)
The Gorgonian (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.6°C) and December the coldest (19.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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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