2m
    Balearic Islands, Spain
    Espacio marino del norte de Mallorca

    NORDWIND

    Best months: Jul

    Protected Area

    Espacio marino del norte de Mallorca

    Why dive here

    With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - NORDWIND offers some of Balearic Islands's richest wreck 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
    CharacterWreck dive · max 2m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Nordwind, a pleasure craft sunk just off the coast, is a truly unusual Balearic dive. We love this site not for grand corals or pelagic encounters, but for its sheer accessibility and the way it’s become a living, breathing art piece. Sitting upright in a mere two metres of water, the wreck is completely exposed to the sun, making it incredibly bright, even on overcast days. You’ll find sunlight rippling across the deck, illuminating schools of tiny damselfish darting in and out of the cabin. What makes the Nordwind a standout for us is its transformation. Barnacles encrust every surface, with feathery anemones waving gently from railings. We've spent ages just watching juvenile ornate wrasse pick through the growth, oblivious to divers finning overhead. It’s a photographer's dream for macro shots and wide-angle views of light playing on metal. This site is perfect for snorkelers, freedivers, or new scuba divers looking for an easy, shallow wreck experience. Our favourite time to visit is late afternoon, when the sun casts long shadows and the light gets particularly buttery. Just watch out for occasional boat traffic overhead.

    Typical NORDWIND Dive Profile

    Safety Stop0m2m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for NORDWIND

    NORDWIND Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for NORDWIND, 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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