Peñón del Santo
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, ocean sunfish (mola mola), octopuses, sea turtles and sperm whales - Peñón del Santo offers some of Al Hoceima's richest diving. Water ranges 16-23°C, warmest July, August, September.
Peñón del Santo, right off Al Hoceima, is a shallow, easy dive. At a maximum depth of 10m, it's a good spot for new divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration. You'll find various Mediterranean species sheltering around the rocks, making it a pleasant, straightforward dive. It's a reliable option when you want something simple and accessible.
Typical Peñón del Santo Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Buceo Almunecar
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Peñón del Santo
Peñón del Santo Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Peñón del Santo, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (36.14, -5.33) (13km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
20°C
68°F · Range: 17.3–22°C
Air Temperature
21°C
70°F
Wind Speed
5.48 m/s
10.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.8 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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