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    PICTA dive site
    wreck
    6m
    Balearic Islands, Spain
    Espacio marino del poniente de Mallorca

    PICTA

    Best months: Jul

    Protected Area

    Espacio marino del poniente de Mallorca

    Why dive here

    With 148+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - PICTA 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 6m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Picta wreck, just off Puerto Andratx, makes for an interesting shallow dive. Sunk back in '71 after a fire, this yacht sits upright in just six metres of water. We found it's a great spot for an extended poke around; the hull is well broken now, letting you peek into the internal structure. Schools of damselfish flit amongst the ribs and we’ve seen small octopuses tucked into crevices. It’s perfect for newer divers, or anyone keen on a relaxed second dive, with calm conditions most of the year.

    Typical PICTA Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m6m 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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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for PICTA

    PICTA Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for PICTA, 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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