Baja Huaman
Located on the northwest face of the Galapagos Island of Pucusana, this dive site is easily accessible. It is just a short 25-minute boat ride from Santa Maria and a quick 10-minute trip from the Pucusana pier. With direct access to the sea, divers can swiftly enter and descend from the boat. However, please note that this site is only suitable for advanced divers.
The underwater landscape of this dive site offers a diverse range of marine life. The bottom of the site features various types of algae and is characterized by a combination of sandy and rocky areas, separated by a striking rock formation.
With a visibility of 5 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site provides an immersive and breathtaking experience for divers of advanced and expert levels. Situated in Peru, this location is conveniently close to Club Náutico Poseidón, Naplo, and other nearby areas in the Province of Lima, Lima Metropolitan Area.
Come explore the wonders of this dive site and discover the captivating underwater world of Pucusana. Whether you are an experienced diver or an expert enthusiast, this site is sure to impress.
The underwater landscape of this dive site offers a diverse range of marine life. The bottom of the site features various types of algae and is characterized by a combination of sandy and rocky areas, separated by a striking rock formation.
With a visibility of 5 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site provides an immersive and breathtaking experience for divers of advanced and expert levels. Situated in Peru, this location is conveniently close to Club Náutico Poseidón, Naplo, and other nearby areas in the Province of Lima, Lima Metropolitan Area.
Come explore the wonders of this dive site and discover the captivating underwater world of Pucusana. Whether you are an experienced diver or an expert enthusiast, this site is sure to impress.
Diving Conditions Score for Baja Huaman
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Baja Huaman
Depth
26m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Baja Huaman
Wave Height
2.34m
Wind Speed
16.1 m/s
Water Temp
23.2°C
Visibility
15.28km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
11.45s
Air Temperature
22°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Baja Huaman
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Dive Score Chart for Baja Huaman
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 6.438233333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.08m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.77/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Baja Huaman: 06:00
Sunset at Baja Huaman: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Baja Huaman are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
14:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 2.08m (10.85s), Wind: 4 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.5m, Wind: 17.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Baja HuamanAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Baja Huaman
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Baja Huaman
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Baja Huaman
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Baja Huaman
Water Temp
21.2°C / 70.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Baja Huaman
Baja Huaman follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.2°C) and December the coldest (17.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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