Santiago, Cape Verde

    Tuna Point

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Why dive here

    With 43+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, orcas, sea turtles and sperm whales - Tuna Point offers some of Santiago's richest diving. Water ranges 24-29°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Orcas, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales · 43+ species recorded
    Water24-29°C · warmest August, September, October
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Tuna Point, off Santiago, provides a solid dive for those exploring Cape Verde's underwater scene. The site features a mix of rocky formations and sand patches where we’ve spotted the occasional wide-eyed flounder. It's a decent spot for a relaxed dive, offering a good chance to see some of the common Atlantic species without any strong currents to contend with. We'd suggest it for divers looking for an easy-going afternoon in the water.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tuna Point

    Tuna Point Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Tuna Point, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (15.08, -23.79) (14km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    83°F · Range: 27.2–29.7°C

    Air Temperature

    27°C

    80°F

    Wind Speed

    5.38 m/s

    10.5 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1013.6 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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