PORTO CAPELAS
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 - PORTO CAPELAS offers some of Azores's richest diving. Water ranges 16-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Porto Capelas offers a gentle entry into the Azores' underwater world. At a maximum depth of 15 metres, it’s a perfect spot for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed exploration. You'll likely find schooling fish navigating the rocky outcrops and various smaller creatures tucked amongst the volcanic formations. It’s a straightforward dive, good for getting comfortable in the water.
Typical PORTO CAPELAS 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 PORTO CAPELAS
Dive shops near PORTO CAPELAS
AZZURRO - Dive Academy
Azores Low Dive
Season Challenge diving center
Azores Sub Dive Center
Espírito Azul Dive Center
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for PORTO CAPELAS
PORTO CAPELAS Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for PORTO CAPELAS, 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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