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Chankanaab Bolones

Located in front of Chakanaab Park in Mexico, this enchanting reef is a diver's paradise. With mild currents, it is an ideal dive site for beginners looking to explore the underwater world. However, divers of all levels will be captivated by the abundance of sea life that surrounds them.

Featuring a mix of sandy areas and impressive coral formations, this dive site offers a diverse and captivating underwater landscape. The average depth of the reef is around 21m (70 feet), providing ample opportunities for divers to maximize their bottom time. Remember, good air consumption is key to fully enjoy the depths of this site.

The prevailing current typically runs from North to South, occasionally bringing in refreshing water from the Chankanaab lagoon. As you explore the coral heads, be on the lookout for an array of fascinating marine creatures. Spotted Moray eels, Spiney lobster, crabs, and schools of Grunts and Snappers all call this reef home. If you're fortunate, you may even catch a glimpse of an elegant eagle ray gracefully gliding through the water.

Venture out to the sandy areas surrounding the coral formations, and you'll discover a whole different world. Stingrays, peacock flounders, urchins, and the elusive sea horse may be found hidden amongst the grains of sand. The visibility at this site is an impressive 28m, offering clear views of the underwater wonders that await.

Given the maximum depth of 19m and the diverse marine life present, it is recommended that divers have an advanced certification level to fully appreciate the beauty and challenges of this site. When planning your dive, consider that this captivating dive site is conveniently located at Kilómetro Ocho y Medio, Cozumel, Quintana Roo, 77600, Mexico.

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this remarkable dive site, where the bountiful sea life and stunning coral formations will leave you in awe.

Diving Conditions Score for Chankanaab Bolones

7
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Chankanaab Bolones

Depth

19m

Visibility

28m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Chankanaab Bolones

Wave Height

1.08m

Wind Speed

23.1 m/s

Water Temp

29°C

Visibility

27.92km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

5.35s

Air Temperature

31°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Chankanaab Bolones
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Dive Score Chart for Chankanaab Bolones

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.6813/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 23.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.1912/10.

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

Sunrise at Chankanaab Bolones: 06:00
Sunset at Chankanaab Bolones: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Chankanaab Bolones 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
6:00

Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 0.98m (4.8s), Wind: 23.3 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 22.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Chankanaab Bolones
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Chankanaab Bolones

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 Bolones

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Chankanaab Bolones

January
Score: 9.5
February
Score: 9.5
November
Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for Chankanaab Bolones

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.7m / 48.2ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Chankanaab Bolones

Chankanaab Bolones 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026

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