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Chunchacaab

Located in the shallower area near Maracaibo, this expansive dive site boasts a multitude of magnificent coral heads and abundant fan corals. With a consistent depth of 70 ft/21m across the entire site, divers can expect the possibility of unpredictable currents. As one of Cozumel's southernmost dive locations, Chunchacab often serves as the second dive following an exploration of Maracaibo.

Divers at Chunchacab will be captivated by the diverse marine life that inhabits the site. From plentiful sea plums and sponges to majestic coral fans and other gorgonians, the underwater scenery is a true spectacle. Keep an eye out for awe-inspiring eagle rays, graceful sharks, and graceful turtles, as well as an abundance of whelks and conchs.

Named after one of the lagoons in the nearby Punta Sur natural preserve, Chunchacab is a remote dive site that calls for careful advanced planning. Located near the southern tip of Cozumel, the site is known for its occasionally intense winds and swells compared to more familiar dive locations. However, on a sunny and windless day, Chunchacab presents an excellent opportunity for divers to explore the area's underwater wonders.

Chunchacab offers impressive visibility of up to 26m and a maximum depth of 20m, making it ideal for advanced and expert divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Situated in the captivating country of Mexico, this dive site provides a unique and immersive experience that reflects the beauty of its surroundings.

Diving Conditions Score for Chunchacaab

7.3
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Chunchacaab

Depth

20m

Visibility

26m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Chunchacaab

Wave Height

0.96m

Wind Speed

9.7 m/s

Water Temp

29.2°C

Visibility

35.2km

Cloud Cover

85%

Wave Period

6.85s

Air Temperature

28.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.236644529262087/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.9645/10.

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

Sunrise at Chunchacaab: 06:00
Sunset at Chunchacaab: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Chunchacaab 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
8:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.98m (6.55s), Wind: 5.5 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 2.9 m/s

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

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 Chunchacaab

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.4/10

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

Best Months for Chunchacaab

January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.4
November
Score: 9.4

Ideal Conditions for Chunchacaab

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.3m / 46.9ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.3m / 4.3ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Chunchacaab

Chunchacaab shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.8°C) and January the coldest (20.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.3m 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). February 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 - Jul 9, 2026

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