Buffet
Discover the breathtaking underwater world along the buoy line as you descend to approximately 12 meters. From this point, an expansive reef stretches before you, reaching depths of around 28 meters.
Indulge in the thrilling exploration of this dive site adorned with captivating rock formations. Encounter a rich diversity of marine life, including an abundance of sharks, majestic moray eels, mesmerizing shoals of barracudas, and a myriad of jack fish species.
With a remarkable visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive location is ideal for divers of all levels, especially beginners seeking unforgettable adventures. Located in the enchanting country of Panama, specifically in Veraguas, Panama, this site promises an immersive and exhilarating diving experience.
Indulge in the thrilling exploration of this dive site adorned with captivating rock formations. Encounter a rich diversity of marine life, including an abundance of sharks, majestic moray eels, mesmerizing shoals of barracudas, and a myriad of jack fish species.
With a remarkable visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive location is ideal for divers of all levels, especially beginners seeking unforgettable adventures. Located in the enchanting country of Panama, specifically in Veraguas, Panama, this site promises an immersive and exhilarating diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Buffet
8.2
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Buffet
Depth
19m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Buffet
Wave Height
0.42m
Wind Speed
4.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.8°C
Visibility
7.86km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
10.75s
Air Temperature
27.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Buffet
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Dive Score Chart for Buffet
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.340107407407407/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 3 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.853371264367816/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Buffet: 06:00
Sunset at Buffet: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Buffet 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
8:00Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.42m (10.8s), Wind: 3 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 3.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for BuffetAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Buffet
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 Buffet
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Buffet
January
Score: 9.7
February
Score: 9.6
December
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Buffet
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
December
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Buffet
Buffet shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.2°C) and November the coldest (22.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 0.4mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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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