Spain

El Pinar De El Hierro

El Pinar de El Hierro is a municipality on El Hierro, the westernmost of Spain’s Canary Islands. The area itself is inland at a higher elevation and does not sit on the coast, so there is no direct diving terrain in the city. For diving, most options are found along the island’s coastal towns, where the surrounding Atlantic waters host volcanic reefs, clear conditions, and a variety of pelagic and reef life during the appropriate seasons. Local dive centers and operators on the island primarily focus on coastal boat dives, shore entries, and dive courses for visitors, with El Hierro offering access to remote sites and pristine dive scenery across the island. If you’re planning a trip, use El Hierro as a gateway for a broader island dive itinerary rather than a direct dive hub within the city itself.

Essential information for traveling in Spain

About Spain

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Western Basin, Balearic Sea...
Timezone
Atlantic/Canary
Languages
ES
Demonym
Spanish
Phone prefix
+34

Practicalities

Currency
EUR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
MAD BCN AGP SVQ AGT

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around El Pinar de El Hierro

Nearby Dive Sites (31)

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around El Pinar de El Hierro

The best time to dive in El Pinar de El Hierro

The best months to dive in El Pinar de El Hierro are from September. Temperatures are confortable (19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
13 °C
02 - Feb.
13 °C
03 - Mar.
12 °C
04 - Apr.
13 °C
05 - May
15 °C
06 - Jun.
17 °C
07 - Jul.
19 °C
08 - Aug.
19 °C
09 - Sept.
19 °C
10 - Oct.
18 °C
11 - Nov.
16 °C
12 - Dec.
13 °C

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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