Porgee Reef
Why dive here
With 71+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda and pufferfish - Porgee Reef offers some of Malpelo Island's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
Porgee Reef sits within Malpelo's protected waters, offering a look at the region's reef structure. Depths here vary, but it's generally a site where divers can spend time observing the resident reef fish and smaller invertebrates. We’ve found it’s a good spot for those who prefer a calmer dive compared to Malpelo’s more exposed pinnacles. Visibility is typically good, allowing for clear views of the coral formations.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Porgee Reef
Porgee Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Porgee Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (12.4, -81.47) (108km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29.3–31.3°C
Current Speed
13.42 cm/s
Direction: NE (63.4°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.094 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
34.38 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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