PORTO STA IRIA
Protected Area
Ponta do Cintrao
Why dive here
With 219+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, blue whales, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and hammerhead sharks - PORTO STA IRIA offers some of Azores's richest diving. Water ranges 16-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
Porto Sta Iria is a straightforward shore dive, ideal for beginners or a relaxed second dive. The maximum depth of 11m makes it a good spot for buoyancy practice and exploring at a leisurely pace. You’ll find a mix of rocky seafloor and some small patches of sand, home to various smaller Atlantic species. It’s not a thrill-seeker's dive, but it’s calm and accessible.
Typical PORTO STA IRIA 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.
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AZZURRO - Dive Academy
Azores Sub Dive Center
Espírito Azul Dive Center
Season Challenge diving center
Azores Low Dive
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for PORTO STA IRIA
PORTO STA IRIA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for PORTO STA IRIA, 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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