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    Canavial dive site
    7m
    Beginner
    Algarve & Berlengas, Portugal
    Ria de Alvor

    Canavial

    Best months: Jun–Oct

    Protected Area

    Ria de Alvor

    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) - Canavial offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.

    Best timeJun–Oct
    WetsuitA 5mm wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Blue Whales, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales and Ocean Sunfish (Mola Mola) · 116+ species recorded
    Water15-19°C · warmest June, October, November
    Charactermax 7m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Canavial sits at a consistent 7m, making it a good spot for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed time. You’ll navigate around large rock formations and sandy patches. Look closely for nudibranchs, small crabs, and the occasional octopus tucked into crevices. We’d suggest this site for training dives or a gentle afternoon splash.

    Typical Canavial Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m7m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today05:3917:0511h 26m daylightGolden hour 16:30

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Canavial

    Canavial Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Canavial, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.92, -8.81) (40km away)

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    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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