Cabo San Lucas
Cabo, Mexico offers a diverse range of diving experiences suitable for all levels of divers. Whether you prefer tranquil shore diving resembling an aquarium or venturing into deeper waters off the coast, there is something for everyone. A notable diving spot is Gordo Banks, known for its possibility of encountering large pelagic species such as orcas, humpbacks, hammerheads, tuna, and more.
Underwater encounters in Cabo showcase a variety of semi-tropical Pacific marine life. Divers can expect to come across fascinating creatures like octopuses, lobsters, eagle rays, mantas, eels, parrotfish, angelfish, tuna, and even the occasional hammerhead shark.
One remarkable diving location is Santa Maria Los Cabo, situated near Dock, Paseo de La Marina, Cabo San Lucas, Municipio de Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, 23450, Mexico. With a maximum depth of 19m and visibility reaching up to 11m, this dive site is suitable for both beginners and advanced divers.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure in Cabo, Mexico, and explore the captivating marine world it has to offer.
Underwater encounters in Cabo showcase a variety of semi-tropical Pacific marine life. Divers can expect to come across fascinating creatures like octopuses, lobsters, eagle rays, mantas, eels, parrotfish, angelfish, tuna, and even the occasional hammerhead shark.
One remarkable diving location is Santa Maria Los Cabo, situated near Dock, Paseo de La Marina, Cabo San Lucas, Municipio de Los Cabos, Baja California Sur, 23450, Mexico. With a maximum depth of 19m and visibility reaching up to 11m, this dive site is suitable for both beginners and advanced divers.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure in Cabo, Mexico, and explore the captivating marine world it has to offer.
Diving Conditions Score for Cabo San Lucas
8.5
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cabo San Lucas
Depth
19m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Cabo San Lucas
Wave Height
1.34m
Wind Speed
4.2 m/s
Water Temp
28.9°C
Visibility
48.42km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
12.7s
Air Temperature
27.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cabo San Lucas
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Dive Score Chart for Cabo San Lucas
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.063844176706827/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.38m, Wind 2.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.566587926509186/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cabo San Lucas: 06:00
Sunset at Cabo San Lucas: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cabo San Lucas 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
9:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 1.38m (12.45s), Wind: 2.5 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.34m, Wind: 3.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cabo San LucasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cabo San Lucas
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 Cabo San Lucas
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 Cabo San Lucas
January
Score: 9.7
December
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Cabo San Lucas
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
June
Visibility
15.4m / 50.5ft
December
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cabo San Lucas
Cabo San Lucas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (29.4°C) and February the coldest (18.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.9m 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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