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Ullastre I

Located less than two miles from the port of Llafranc, Spain, the incredible underwater mountains known as Els Ullastres await divers. These three submerged rock formations are a must-visit for both beginners and advanced divers.

Discover a diverse range of marine life as you explore the depths of Els Ullastres. Moray eels, barracudas, San Pedros, octopuses, cuttlefish, sea hares, conger eels, as well as various species of rockfish and sea fans, can be easily spotted in this area.

Among the three rock formations, Ullastres I is the closest to the coast. Starting at approximately 10m and descending to 30m, it offers an exciting dive experience. Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing underwater world, adorned with abundant gorgonians and the region's characteristic fauna, including conger eels, brunettes, lobsters, and nudibranchs. Keep an eye out for the occasional passing barracuda school.

With visibility reaching up to 13m and a maximum depth of 24m, Els Ullastres provides an ideal environment for divers of all levels of expertise. Whether you're a beginner seeking an exciting underwater adventure or an advanced diver looking for a unique dive spot, this location has something to offer everyone.

Don't miss the opportunity to explore the captivating beauty of Els Ullastres during your diving journey. Head to Cap de Sant Sebastià, Llafranc, Palafrugell, Lower Empordà, Girona, Catalonia, Spain, and embark on an unforgettable underwater expedition.

Diving Conditions Score for Ullastre I

8.6
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Ullastre I

Depth

24m

Visibility

13m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Ullastre I

Wave Height

0.12m

Wind Speed

8.9 m/s

Water Temp

23.5°C

Visibility

24.2km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.8s

Air Temperature

24.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ullastre I
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Dive Score Chart for Ullastre I

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.55888888888889/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.688724279835391/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Ullastre I: 06:00
Sunset at Ullastre I: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Ullastre I 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.

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Best Overall
7:00

Score: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.1m (3.75s), Wind: 1.1 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 5.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Ullastre I
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ullastre I

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 Ullastre I

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.5/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Ullastre I

January
Score: 9.1
December
Score: 8.3
February
Score: 8.2

Ideal Conditions for Ullastre I

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.9°C / 78.6°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

17.6m / 57.7ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.4m / 1.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Ullastre I

Ullastre I shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.9°C) and January the coldest (4.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.4m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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