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Veril Grande

The Jandia Big Reef, located in front of Saladar Beach in Jandía Fuerteventura, offers a diverse underwater landscape of rocky and sandy formations. With a maximum depth of 24 meters, this site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you prefer to access the reef from the beach or by boat, it provides convenient options for exploration.

For those entering from the beach, equipment setup is available near the lighthouse, with a short walk of approximately 150 meters to reach the water's entrance. Meanwhile, boat divers can depart from Morro Jable harbor, enjoying a quick 10-minute navigation to the site. It is important to note that during seasons of higher waves, both modes of access may become more challenging. Therefore, consulting weather information and exercising caution is recommended.

When visiting the Jandia Big Reef, divers can expect favorable visibility of up to 16 meters, allowing for an optimal viewing experience. Currents may be present, particularly during certain months like May and October, so divers should be mindful of these potential conditions. Moreover, this location offers convenient amenities, including lifeguards, a bar, a restaurant, shower area, and toilets, making it a comfortable and enjoyable diving destination.

Situated in Spain, specifically in the scenic Canary Islands, the Jandia Big Reef epitomizes the beauty of underwater exploration in this region. Its close proximity to Beachbar El Faro and other nearby attractions, such as Avenida del Saladar and Solana Matorral, further enhances the appeal of this remarkable dive site. Start your underwater adventure in Fuerteventura and discover the wonders of the Jandia Big Reef.

Diving Conditions Score for Veril Grande

7.1
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Veril Grande

Depth

24m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Veril Grande

Wave Height

0.74m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

22.1°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

5.25s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Veril Grande
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Dive Score Chart for Veril Grande

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.989999999999998/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.74m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.489999999999998/10.

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

Sunrise at Veril Grande: 06:00
Sunset at Veril Grande: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Veril Grande 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
6:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.74m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Veril Grande
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Veril Grande

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 Grande

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for Veril Grande

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Veril Grande

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.8°C / 73.0°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Veril Grande

Veril Grande shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.8°C) and December the coldest (18.8°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.

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

Last updated: 4 hr. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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