el Rossinyol
Protected Area
Islas Medas
Why dive here
With 77+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, ocean sunfish (mola mola), octopuses and sea turtles - el Rossinyol offers some of Medes Islands's richest reef diving. Water ranges 14-24°C, warmest July, August, September.
El Rossinyol, in the Medes Islands, is one of our favourite spots for a reason. It's not the deepest dive, but the sheer density of life here is something else. You descend into a reef face that just buzzes with activity. We've often found ourselves hovering, watching schools of black sea bream swirl around us, while grey gurnard poke through the sand nearby. Keep an eye out for the Rufus Snake Eel, a real treat to spot, often half-hidden in the crevices. What truly makes El Rossinyol special is the interaction between the rock formations and the fish life. The way the light filters through the water, illuminating patches of the reef, makes everything feel alive. We always suggest taking it slow here, letting your eyes adjust, and you'll start picking out things like the Light-bulb sea squirt or a cunning Common octopus tucked into a crevice. It’s a fantastic dive for photographers and anyone who appreciates a vibrant, dynamic Mediterranean reef.
Typical el Rossinyol Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Costa Brava Divers
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Nautica Borrat
Diving Center La Sirena
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for el Rossinyol
el Rossinyol Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for el Rossinyol, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (43.2, 5.22) (37km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
20°C
69°F · Range: 17.4–22.8°C
Current Speed
9.85 cm/s
Direction: SW (246°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.182 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
38.21 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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