Panela das Calhetas
Protected Area
Porto das Capelas-Ponta das Calhetas
Why dive here
With 219+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and hammerhead sharks - Panela das Calhetas offers some of Azores's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 16-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Panela das Calhetas offers a straightforward dive to 19m, making it a good pick for intermediate divers looking for a relaxed outing. You'll find a series of rocky formations creating small swim-throughs and overhangs. Keep an eye out for resident octopus tucked into crevices and schools of ornate wrasse flitting between the rocks. It’s a solid spot for an easy afternoon dive if you’re in the area.
Typical Panela das Calhetas 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 19m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Panela das Calhetas
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AZZURRO - Dive Academy
Season Challenge diving center
Azores Low Dive
Azores Sub Dive Center
Espírito Azul Dive Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Panela das Calhetas
Panela das Calhetas Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Panela das Calhetas, 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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