Catedrales
This dive site, located just off of Isla Verde in the beautiful Veracruz region of Mexico, is a favorite among divers. With its sub-tropical waters, it provides a vibrant home to a wide variety of colorful fish species. Exploring the fascinating rock formations is a treat, as you encounter an abundance of fish and coral. This boat dive site offers a truly captivating underwater experience.
During your dive, you can expect to encounter a range of Gulf of Mexico Caribbean fish species, including stingrays, snapper, triggerfish, hogfish, and the possibility of spotting sandbar, blacknose, and bonnethead sharks.
With a visibility of 11m and a maximum depth of 17m, this site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. As you explore the underwater wonders, you'll be immersed in the natural beauty of Mexico. Veracruz, located nearby, provides convenient access to this stunning dive location.
During your dive, you can expect to encounter a range of Gulf of Mexico Caribbean fish species, including stingrays, snapper, triggerfish, hogfish, and the possibility of spotting sandbar, blacknose, and bonnethead sharks.
With a visibility of 11m and a maximum depth of 17m, this site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. As you explore the underwater wonders, you'll be immersed in the natural beauty of Mexico. Veracruz, located nearby, provides convenient access to this stunning dive location.
Diving Conditions Score for Catedrales
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Catedrales
Depth
17m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Catedrales
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
12.9 m/s
Water Temp
29°C
Visibility
28.3km
Cloud Cover
21%
Wave Period
5.5s
Air Temperature
30.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Catedrales
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Dive Score Chart for Catedrales
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.354866666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.304107692307693/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Catedrales: 06:00
Sunset at Catedrales: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Catedrales 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
15:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.84m (5.55s), Wind: 1.1 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.76m, Wind: 5.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for CatedralesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Catedrales
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 Catedrales
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Catedrales
December
Score: 9.2
April
Score: 9.0
March
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for Catedrales
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
July
Visibility
13.6m / 44.6ft
December
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Catedrales
Catedrales shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.0°C) and January the coldest (18.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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 0.0mm 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 22, 2026
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