Barrera de Felipe
Located a short distance from the shore dive sites, Barrera de Felipe is a captivating dive site with expansive swim-throughs and abundant cavern overhangs, providing ideal hiding spots for a variety of marine life. This site is suitable for more experienced divers, as it reaches depths of approximately 85 feet.
Diving at Barrera de Felipe promises encounters with the diverse marine ecosystem of the Caribbean. Be prepared to spot nurse and reef sharks, majestic eagle rays, graceful turtles, and elegant stingrays. The vibrant underwater world also showcases a multitude of fish species, such as snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 12 meters, Barrera de Felipe offers an immersive experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced diver, this site is sure to captivate you with its underwater beauty.
Located in Cuba, close to Cayo Guillermo, Morón, Ciego de Avila, Barrera de Felipe is a must-visit destination for divers seeking unforgettable underwater adventures. Immerse yourself in its stunning coral reefs and witness the extraordinary harmony of schools of fish and other fascinating species, such as groupers and sea bass. Don't forget your underwater camera to capture the infinite richness and biodiversity of this remarkable dive site.
Diving at Barrera de Felipe promises encounters with the diverse marine ecosystem of the Caribbean. Be prepared to spot nurse and reef sharks, majestic eagle rays, graceful turtles, and elegant stingrays. The vibrant underwater world also showcases a multitude of fish species, such as snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 12 meters, Barrera de Felipe offers an immersive experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced diver, this site is sure to captivate you with its underwater beauty.
Located in Cuba, close to Cayo Guillermo, Morón, Ciego de Avila, Barrera de Felipe is a must-visit destination for divers seeking unforgettable underwater adventures. Immerse yourself in its stunning coral reefs and witness the extraordinary harmony of schools of fish and other fascinating species, such as groupers and sea bass. Don't forget your underwater camera to capture the infinite richness and biodiversity of this remarkable dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Barrera de Felipe
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Barrera de Felipe
Depth
12m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Barrera de Felipe
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
18 m/s
Water Temp
30°C
Visibility
17.7km
Cloud Cover
23%
Wave Period
3.55s
Air Temperature
28.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Barrera de Felipe
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Dive Score Chart for Barrera de Felipe
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.265358649789029/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 9.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.196538271604938/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Barrera de Felipe: 06:00
Sunset at Barrera de Felipe: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Barrera de Felipe 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
7:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.22m (3.95s), Wind: 9.3 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.24m, Wind: 3.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Barrera de FelipeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Barrera de Felipe
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 Barrera de Felipe
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Barrera de Felipe
January
Score: 9.5
December
Score: 9.5
November
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Barrera de Felipe
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
June
Visibility
14.4m / 47.2ft
December
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Barrera de Felipe
Barrera de Felipe shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (19.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.2m 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). December is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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 21, 2026
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