Pedra da Morea
Protected Area
Recife do Algarve - Pedra do Valado
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) - Pedra da Morea offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest reef diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
Pedra da Morea is a solid choice for a mellow dive in the Algarve, especially if you’re just getting comfortable with the local conditions. Dropping down to 21 meters, you'll find a series of rock formations creating plenty of nooks and crannies for resident fish. We’ve spotted everything from curious damselfish to small schools of sea bream darting around the rocks here. It’s a pretty straightforward dive, great for beginners or anyone looking for a relaxed time in the water without strong currents to worry about.
Typical Pedra da Morea 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 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Pedra da Morea
Pedra da Morea Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Pedra da Morea, 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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