Ocean
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) - Ocean offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
The Ocean dive site in Algarve & Berlengas offers a solid look at the region’s typical Atlantic species. Expect to find schools of sea bream, moray eels peering from crevices, and the occasional octopus. It’s a reliable spot for less experienced divers looking for a relaxed exploration of the local reef structure, without strong currents to contend with.
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Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ocean
Ocean Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ocean, 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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