Cueva de los Peces
A tranquil and accessible dive awaits within the stunning Bay of Pigs, located in Cuba. This dive site offers a relaxed and effortless experience, perfect for beginner divers and snorkelers. Prepare to be amazed as you encounter an abundance of marine life, including vibrant reef fish, graceful sea stars, and if you're lucky, the elusive orange sea horse. Dive deeper into the Caribbean's captivating underwater world and discover a diverse array of creatures such as sea horses, magnificent eagle rays, graceful turtles, and elegant stingrays. Don't forget to keep an eye out for an array of fish species including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper. With excellent visibility reaching up to 24 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, this dive promises an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Bay of Pigs, conveniently located at Carretera Playa Larga-Playa Girón, Playa Larga, Ciénaga de Zapata, Matanzas, 43000, Cuba.
Diving Conditions Score for Cueva de los Peces
8.2
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cueva de los Peces
Depth
21m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Cueva de los Peces
Wave Height
0.48m
Wind Speed
11.3 m/s
Water Temp
31°C
Visibility
40.6km
Cloud Cover
95%
Wave Period
6.35s
Air Temperature
27.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cueva de los Peces
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Dive Score Chart for Cueva de los Peces
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 9.015162711864406/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 5.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.819793989071039/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cueva de los Peces: 06:00
Sunset at Cueva de los Peces: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cueva de los Peces 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
16:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.52m (5.9s), Wind: 5.2 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 0.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cueva de los PecesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cueva de los Peces
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 Cueva de los Peces
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 Cueva de los Peces
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
November
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Cueva de los Peces
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
July
Visibility
15.6m / 51.2ft
November
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cueva de los Peces
Cueva de los Peces shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.1°C) and January the coldest (18.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 0.0mm 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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