Punta de la Mona
Why dive here
With 140+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, ocean sunfish (mola mola), octopuses, sea turtles and sperm whales - Punta de la Mona offers some of Al Hoceima's richest wall diving. Water ranges 16-23°C, warmest July, August, September.
Punta de la Mona offers a straightforward dive to 24 metres, suitable for intermediate divers looking for a relaxed experience in Al Hoceima. You'll find a rocky seabed here, home to various small Mediterranean species if you take your time and look closely. It's a decent spot for a casual afternoon dive, without being overly dramatic.
Typical Punta de la Mona Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 24m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Punta de la Mona
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Buceo La Herradura
DIFFERENT SCUBA SCHOOL
Almunecar Dive Center
BUCEO AQUALIA
SLOW DIVING LA HERRADURA
Buceo Almunecar
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Punta de la Mona
Punta de la Mona Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Punta de la Mona, 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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