26m
    Intermediate
    Algarve & Berlengas, Portugal
    Cabo Raso

    Pedra da Pata Roxa

    Best months: Jun–Oct

    Protected Area

    Cabo Raso

    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 Pata Roxa offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest reef 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
    CharacterReef dive · max 26m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Pedra da Pata Roxa, off the coast of Algarve, offers a straightforward dive that we’ve always found reliably enjoyable. Dropping to 26 meters, it’s a good spot for intermediate divers looking for a relaxed exploration. We usually find schools of sea bream here, often circling the deeper rock formations, and keep an eye out for the occasional octopus tucked into a crevice. It’s not a site that will blow your mind, but it’s a solid dive for an afternoon, especially if you appreciate the subtler beauty of the Atlantic. Expect good visibility on calm days, making it easy to just drift and watch the local fish go about their business.

    Typical Pedra da Pata Roxa Dive Profile

    10m20m30mSafety Stop0m26m max~30 min estimated bottom time

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

    Safety Notes

    Depth of 26m - 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 Pata Roxa

    Pedra da Pata Roxa Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Pedra da Pata Roxa, 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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