Cinco Ribeiras
Protected Area
Cinco Ribeiras
Why dive here
With 219+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and hammerhead sharks - Cinco Ribeiras offers some of Azores's richest diving. Water ranges 16-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Cinco Ribeiras is a mellow shore dive on São Miguel, good for beginners getting comfortable with the Azores' volcanic landscapes. You’ll find a mix of rock formations and small patches of sand, often with plenty of juvenile fish darting amongst them. It’s a nice spot for a relaxed shallow dive, especially if the weather keeps you closer to shore.
Typical Cinco Ribeiras Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Cinco Ribeiras
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Scubazores Divers
Deep Blue Diving Center
Octopus diving center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cinco Ribeiras
Cinco Ribeiras Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cinco Ribeiras, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.87, -25.92) (22km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
22°C
72°F · Range: 20.5–24.2°C
Air Temperature
21°C
70°F
Wind Speed
10 m/s
19.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1018.8 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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