SANTIAGO E. PENCO
Why dive here
With 33+ marine species recorded in the area - including sperm whales - SANTIAGO E. PENCO offers some of Mar del Plata's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 10-21°C, warmest January, February, March.
The Santiago E. Penco sits in just 3 meters of water near Mar del Plata, a shallow wreck dive often hit by strong surge and currents. What's left of the hull has become home to various small fish and crabs, tucked into crevices. It's a quick, accessible dive for those keen on shallow wreck exploration, but conditions often make it challenging. We’d suggest checking local reports on current and visibility before heading out.
Typical SANTIAGO E. PENCO 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.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SANTIAGO E. PENCO
SANTIAGO E. PENCO Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SANTIAGO E. PENCO, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-38.05, -57.5) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
56°F · Range: 11.1–16.9°C
Current Speed
2.83 cm/s
Direction: SE (135°)
Salinity
0 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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