Veril de las Anclas
A prominent rock shoal emerges from a flat sandy seabed that stretches for nearly a kilometer, intersecting El Río at a perpendicular angle. This renowned dive site is referred to as the Veril de las Agujas (Cliff of Needles). Divers can explore various captivating spots in this area, including Veril de las Langostas (Lobster Cliff) to the south and Cueva de los Jureles (Cave of the Kingfish) to the north. Notably, Veril de las Anclas (Anchor Cliff) stands out as well, situated between these two landmarks.
With a visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive site offers an immersive underwater experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner or advanced diver, you can enjoy the remarkable underwater scenery that the Veril de las Agujas has to offer. Spanning across the stunning Canary Islands in Spain, this location is conveniently close to Caleta del Sebo, Teguise, Las Palmas. Discover the wonders of the Veril de las Agujas and immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world.
With a visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive site offers an immersive underwater experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner or advanced diver, you can enjoy the remarkable underwater scenery that the Veril de las Agujas has to offer. Spanning across the stunning Canary Islands in Spain, this location is conveniently close to Caleta del Sebo, Teguise, Las Palmas. Discover the wonders of the Veril de las Agujas and immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Veril de las Anclas
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Veril de las Anclas
Depth
19m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Veril de las Anclas
Wave Height
1.08m
Wind Speed
24.2 m/s
Water Temp
19.8°C
Visibility
23.48km
Cloud Cover
68%
Wave Period
6.15s
Air Temperature
21.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Veril de las Anclas
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Dive Score Chart for Veril de las Anclas
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.823333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 21.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.412133333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Veril de las Anclas: 06:00
Sunset at Veril de las Anclas: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Veril de las Anclas 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
9:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.04m (6.15s), Wind: 21.2 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 22 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Veril de las AnclasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Veril de las Anclas
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 de las Anclas
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Veril de las Anclas
December
Score: 8.7
January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Veril de las Anclas
Water Temp
22.0°C / 71.6°F
July
Visibility
13.0m / 42.7ft
December
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Veril de las Anclas
Veril de las Anclas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (22.0°C) and January the coldest (13.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.6m 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 14, 2026
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