Chankanaab
Venturing into the crystal-clear waters of Chankanaab, divers are privileged to encounter a vibrant array of marine life. The rich biodiversity includes magnificent spotted eagle rays, graceful nurse sharks, majestic turtles, elegant stingrays, captivating moray eels, and a multitude of colorful reef fish. Divers will also have the opportunity to spot the endemic Splendid toadfish, a unique species found exclusively in Cozumel.
One of the notable advantages of diving at Chankanaab is the excellent facilities available. With a maximum depth of 16m and impressive visibility of 25m, this dive site caters to divers of all levels, making it particularly appealing for beginners who can explore its wonders without the need to board a boat.
With its remarkable marine life, convenient location at Kilómetro Ocho y Medio, Cozumel, Quintana Roo, 77600, Mexico, and diverse range of activities both above and below the water's surface, Chankanaab is a must-visit destination for divers seeking a memorable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Chankanaab
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Chankanaab
Depth
16m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Chankanaab
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
10.8 m/s
Water Temp
29°C
Visibility
20.44km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
28.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Chankanaab
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.630498692810458/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 17 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.298855218855219/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Chankanaab 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.
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.64m (5.1s), Wind: 17 m/s
Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 8.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for ChankanaabAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Chankanaab
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 Chankanaab
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Chankanaab
Ideal Conditions for Chankanaab
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
May
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Chankanaab
Chankanaab shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (20.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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