Balearic Islands, Spain
    Cala Figuera

    Cave of Jeronimo

    Best months: Jul

    Protected Area

    Cala Figuera

    Why dive here

    With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - Cave of Jeronimo offers some of Balearic Islands's richest cave diving. Water ranges 15-29°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Octopuses, Sea Turtles, Sperm Whales and Cuttlefish · 148+ species recorded
    Water15-29°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterCave dive
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Cave of Jeronimo offers a fascinating dive for those comfortable in overhead environments. We found the entry straightforward, leading into a series of chambers where sunlight filters through cracks, illuminating the rock formations. It’s a site for divers keen to explore geology rather than abundant marine life, though we did spot some cave-dwelling shrimp tucked into crevices. This spot is best for experienced cave divers looking for a unique Balearic experience.

    Safety Notes

    Overhead environment - never enter without proper cave/cavern training, redundant equipment, and a guideline.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cave of Jeronimo

    Cave of Jeronimo Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Cave of Jeronimo, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (39.52, 2.73) (12km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    24°C

    75°F · Range: 21.3–25.9°C

    Current Speed

    26.93 cm/s

    Direction: NE (31.3°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.141 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    37 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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