Coral Beach
Located in the Varadero region of Cuba, just east of Havana, this dive site offers a fantastic underwater experience for divers of all skill levels. With its abundant coral growth, calm waters, and easy accessibility from the shore, it is particularly well-suited for beginners and snorkelers.
As you explore the vibrant underwater world, you will encounter a variety of Caribbean marine life. Keep an eye out for nurse sharks, reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, stingrays, and a diverse array of fish species including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
This dive site boasts a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 12m, allowing for clear and comfortable diving conditions. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site in Cuba is sure to captivate you with its natural wonders.
Plan your dive adventure at this incredible dive site in Varadero, Cuba. You can find it located near Planta de residuales, Autopista Sur, Varadero, Cárdenas, Matanzas, 42220, Cuba. Get ready to discover the beauty and richness of the underwater world in this breathtaking dive location.
As you explore the vibrant underwater world, you will encounter a variety of Caribbean marine life. Keep an eye out for nurse sharks, reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, stingrays, and a diverse array of fish species including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
This dive site boasts a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 12m, allowing for clear and comfortable diving conditions. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site in Cuba is sure to captivate you with its natural wonders.
Plan your dive adventure at this incredible dive site in Varadero, Cuba. You can find it located near Planta de residuales, Autopista Sur, Varadero, Cárdenas, Matanzas, 42220, Cuba. Get ready to discover the beauty and richness of the underwater world in this breathtaking dive location.
Diving Conditions Score for Coral Beach
8.1
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Coral Beach
Depth
12m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Coral Beach
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
13.3 m/s
Water Temp
29.9°C
Visibility
16.9km
Cloud Cover
23%
Wave Period
2.7s
Air Temperature
27.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Coral Beach
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Dive Score Chart for Coral Beach
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.345272839506173/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.2m, Wind 14.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.798606172839506/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Coral Beach : 06:00
Sunset at Coral Beach : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Coral Beach 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
7:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.2m (2.7s), Wind: 14.6 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.2m (2.7s), Wind: 13.5 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 13.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Coral Beach Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Coral Beach
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 Coral Beach
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Coral Beach
December
Score: 9.2
January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for Coral Beach
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
August
Visibility
12.1m / 39.7ft
December
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Coral Beach
Coral Beach shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (18.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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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