Almas
Protected Area
Ria Formosa
Why dive here
With 116+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - Almas offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest reef diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
Almas offers a straightforward dive, well-suited for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration. The site features a mix of rocky outcrops and sandy patches, with small schools of fish like bream and sardines often present. We find it’s a good spot for observing smaller crustaceans tucked into crevices. Visibility is typically decent here, making for a pleasant, easy dive.
Typical Almas 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Almas
Almas Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Almas, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.92, -8.81) (40km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
19°C
65°F · Range: 16.7–20.2°C
Air Temperature
18°C
65°F
Wind Speed
8.24 m/s
16.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1017.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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