Choclassa
Protected Area
Reserva Natural Costa da Fragata
Why dive here
Choclassa is a dive where divers can encounter dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas. Water ranges 22-28°C, warmest August, September, October.
Choclassa on Sal offers a relaxing dive, often with calmer conditions than some of the island’s more exposed sites. You’ll typically find plenty of reef fish here, along with the chance of seeing turtles grazing. It’s a good spot for newer divers or those looking for an easy second dive, with depths generally staying moderate.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Choclassa
Choclassa Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Choclassa, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.61, -22.93) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.6–29.7°C
Air Temperature
27°C
80°F
Wind Speed
7.91 m/s
15.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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