Rabo de Asno
Protected Area
Berlengas
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) - Rabo de Asno offers some of Algarve & Berlengas's richest reef diving. Water ranges 15-19°C, warmest June, October, November.
Rabo de Asno is a straightforward dive, good for a relaxed exploration when conditions are calm. You'll find a mix of rock formations and sandy patches, with small crabs and blennies tucked into crevices. It's a solid choice for newer divers looking to get comfortable, or anyone wanting an easy entry into the Algarve's diving scene. Visibility here can swing, so it's worth checking conditions before you go.
Typical Rabo de Asno 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 Rabo de Asno
Rabo de Asno Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Rabo de Asno, 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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