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Cabu

Experience the beauty of the underwater world at the captivating dive site known as "Cabu". Located just a short 10-minute boat ride from Boca Chica in the Dominican Republic, this site is perfect for both beginners and advanced divers. With an ideal diving depth ranging between 15 and 25 meters, you'll have the opportunity to explore stunning corals and abundant marine vegetation.

Prepare to encounter a diverse range of fish species as you dive into the vibrant and colorful reef of "Cabu". Keep your eyes peeled and you may even spot nurse sharks gliding through the waters. This dive site offers a captivating underwater world brimming with life.

The top of the reef at "Cabu" sits at a depth of 15 meters, but if you're feeling adventurous, you can venture further down to 25 meters. Although currents are possible, they are rare occurrences in this area. Don't miss the occasional interruptions in the sandy areas, where you might come across large snails and smaller stingrays.

With a visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, "Cabu" promises an unforgettable diving experience. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site will leave you in awe of the wonders hiding beneath the surface. Get ready to explore the captivating underwater world of "Cabu" in the Dominican Republic.

Diving Conditions Score for Cabu

7.1
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Cabu

Depth

22m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Cabu

Wave Height

1.26m

Wind Speed

17.2 m/s

Water Temp

28.9°C

Visibility

33.18km

Cloud Cover

12%

Wave Period

5.75s

Air Temperature

29°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cabu
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Dive Score Chart for Cabu

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.248833333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 16.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.7573/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Cabu: 06:00
Sunset at Cabu: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cabu 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.

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Best Overall
13:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m (5.95s), Wind: 16.4 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.98m (5.95s), Wind: 9.3 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.02m, Wind: 8.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cabu
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cabu

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 Cabu

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 Cabu

January
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for Cabu

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.8m / 48.6ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cabu

Cabu shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.9°C) and December the coldest (20.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 0.1mm 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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