Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Divers exploring the Costa Teguise wall will be greeted by a rich abundance of marine life. The crevices that adorn the cliff are home to a wide variety of species, including tree coral, red hogfish, grouper, and triggerfish. Throughout the dive, curious white bream and ornate wrasse will gracefully accompany divers, adding to the enchantment of the underwater journey.
Accessing this dive site is convenient, as it can be reached directly from the coast. Divers can follow the cliff's contours, and with its substantial length, there are countless different dive routes to be explored. The landscape is characterized by "blanquizal," areas where rocks lack algal covering due to sea urchin overgrazing. This is a testament to the popularity of the site among recreational and professional fishermen.
The Costa Teguise wall boasts excellent visibility, with underwater clarity reaching up to 19 meters. Divers can venture to a maximum depth of 22 meters, making it an ideal dive site for beginners seeking an immersive experience in the underwater wonders of the Canary Islands.
If you're planning a dive in Spain and find yourself in Costa Teguise, don't miss the opportunity to explore the extraordinary Costa Teguise wall. Immerse yourself in its captivating beauty and witness the thriving marine ecosystem that calls this underwater marvel home.
Location:
Avenida Los Cocederos, Costa Teguise, Teguise, Las Palmas, Canary Islands, 35508, Spain
Diving Conditions Score for Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Depth
22m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
15.8 m/s
Water Temp
21.3°C
Visibility
12.26km
Cloud Cover
45%
Wave Period
4.6s
Air Temperature
19.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.427057142857143/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 16 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.609900653594771/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Veril Chico de Costa Teguise 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.
Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.58m (5.6s), Wind: 16 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 11 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Veril Chico de Costa TeguiseAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
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 Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Ideal Conditions for Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Water Temp
22.9°C / 73.2°F
July
Visibility
13.7m / 44.9ft
December
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Veril Chico de Costa Teguise
Veril Chico de Costa Teguise shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (22.9°C) and January the coldest (13.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 18, 2026