Alvarenga
Protected Area
Área De Relevante Interesse Ecológico Orla Marítima
Why dive here
With 44+ marine species recorded in the area - including sea turtles - Alvarenga offers some of Fernando de Noronha's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-29°C, warmest March, April, May.
Alvarenga offers a straightforward dive in Fernando de Noronha, suitable for divers looking for a relaxed exploration. Expect to see the common reef fish of the area, like parrotfish and surgeonfish, alongside a scattering of moray eels tucked into crevices. It’s a good spot if you’re after a pleasant dive without any particular challenges, a chance to simply enjoy being underwater.
Typical Alvarenga 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 Alvarenga
Alvarenga Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Alvarenga, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-3.84, -32.38) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 26.5–27.9°C
Current Speed
29.15 cm/s
Direction: NW (329°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.035 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.39 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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