Spain

Palafrugell

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Palafrugell (Costa Brava, Catalonia) is a small coastal base on Spain’s Mediterranean side. Scuba diving is mainly an access point for nearby shore and short boat trips along the local coast, where visibility can vary with season and weather. Expect typical Mediterranean conditions: rocky inshore areas, temperate water, and a mix of reef life and common coastal species depending on the exact site. The city itself is not a major diving hub compared with larger Costa Brava towns, but you can find local services for guided dives, equipment rental, and training, and you’ll often be based here to reach dive areas in the region.

Essential information for traveling in Spain

About Spain

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Western Basin, Balearic Sea...
Timezone
Europe/Madrid
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 Palafrugell

Nearby Dive Sites (54)

Nearby Dive Centers (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Palafrugell

The best time to dive in Palafrugell

The best months to dive in Palafrugell are from June to August. Temperatures are confortable (24-25°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
11 °C 14 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
10 °C 13 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
12 °C 14 °C 6/10
04 - Apr.
15 °C 15 °C 8/10
05 - May
18 °C 18 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
24 °C 22 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
25 °C 25 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
25 °C 26 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
20 °C 23 °C 7/10
10 - Oct.
17 °C 21 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
13 °C 18 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
11 °C 15 °C 5/10

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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