El Hornillo
Protected Area
Isla de Terreros e Islas Negra
Why dive here
With 189+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, mobula rays (devil rays), ocean sunfish (mola mola), octopuses and sea turtles - El Hornillo offers some of Cabo de Palos's richest diving. Water ranges 15-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
El Hornillo is a straightforward dive, perfect for beginners or those looking for an easy relaxed afternoon. Dropping to a maximum of 12 meters, the site features rocky outcrops and sandy patches. You'll likely spot plenty of wrasse and bream, maybe an octopus tucked into the rocks. It’s a good spot for a first open water dive or a refresher.
Typical El Hornillo 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Hornillo
El Hornillo Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El Hornillo, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (37.58, -1.01) (16km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
23°C
73°F · Range: 18–25.6°C
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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