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Carbón

Dive into the depths of the sea and explore the wonders of the underwater world. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, there's a certification for you. Immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters with a sandy bottom, offering a minimum depth of 6 meters and a maximum of 14 meters. Dive during the night and witness the mysterious beauty that unfolds beneath the surface.

Discover a diverse range of marine life in this enchanting dive site. Encounter sea squirts, sea hares, crabs, and captivating schools of fish. With no strong currents to navigate, this location is perfect for divers of all levels.

Located in the stunning country of Peru, near La Honda, Pucusana, and Lima Metropolitan Area, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience. With visibility extending up to 4 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, it provides ample opportunities for exploration.

Embark on an underwater adventure and unravel the secrets of this remarkable dive site. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting your diving journey, this dive site promises to astound and delight.

Diving Conditions Score for Carbón

6.6
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Carbón

Depth

20m

Visibility

4m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Carbón

Wave Height

1.34m

Wind Speed

15.5 m/s

Water Temp

23.4°C

Visibility

26.12km

Cloud Cover

9%

Wave Period

11.3s

Air Temperature

21.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.199576811594203/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.3m, Wind 9.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.54477356321839/10.

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

Sunrise at Carbón: 06:00
Sunset at Carbón: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Carbón 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
10:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.3m (11.5s), Wind: 9.4 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.3m, Wind: 13.3 m/s

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

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 Carbón

Summer

Avg. Score: 8.9/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Carbón

July
Score: 9.0
August
Score: 8.9
June
Score: 8.8

Ideal Conditions for Carbón

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

19.8°C / 67.6°F

March

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.4m / 47.2ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.3m / 4.3ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Carbón

Carbón follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (19.8°C) and October the coldest (12.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 18, 2026

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