Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Protected Area
Franja marina de Mogán
Why dive here
With 76+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles, sperm whales and cuttlefish - Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria offers some of Canary Islands's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 20-24°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Meteor wreck off Arguineguin is one of our favourite easy dives on Gran Canaria, perfect for a relaxed afternoon. Sitting upright at a comfortable 16 metres, this old fishing boat is surprisingly intact, offering plenty of nooks and crannies to explore without feeling confined. We love drifting through the hold, seeing the light filter in through the open deck hatches, and imagining the catches it once held. It’s a fantastic spot for spotting smaller reef fish – think trumpetfish hovering motionless, or schools of damselfish flitting around the rigging. Look closely and you’ll often find an octopus tucked away in a shadowed corner. For photographers, the Meteor offers some lovely wide-angle shots, especially when the sun is high and illuminates the whole structure. It's a forgiving dive, ideal for newer wreck divers or anyone wanting to practice buoyancy in a calm, interesting setting.
Typical Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria Dive Profile
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.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria
Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Meteor, Arguineguin, Gran Canaria, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (28.18, -15.41) (10km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
24°C
74°F · Range: 22.2–25.4°C
Current Speed
10 cm/s
Direction: SE (126.9°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.081 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.89 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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