Ponta da Atalaila
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) - Ponta da Atalaila offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest reef diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
Ponta da Atalaila offers a typical Algarve dive, with rock formations and a good chance to spot various local fish species. It’s a straightforward site, generally calm and suitable for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration. Expect to see bream, wrasse, and perhaps an octopus tucked into the crevices. We’d suggest it for an easy second dive of the day.
Typical Ponta da Atalaila 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 Ponta da Atalaila
Ponta da Atalaila Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Ponta da Atalaila, 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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