El Aquario
Underwater, you'll be treated to a remarkable display of marine life. Giant barrel sponges, tube sponges, azure vases, impressive plate corals, vibrant fans, and various other corals abound in this breathtaking underwater ecosystem.
The wall itself plunges almost vertically, reaching depths of up to 120 ft / 36 m, while the sandy slope extends far beyond what recreational divers typically venture into. This makes it a suitable dive site for divers of all levels, including beginners.
Located in the captivating country of Honduras, specifically in West End, Roatán, Bay Islands, 33166, this dive site offers convenient access to divers looking to explore the wonders of the underwater world. With an impressive visibility of 22m, divers can expect to have a clear view of the stunning marine life and underwater landscapes that await them.
Diving Conditions Score for El Aquario
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Aquario
Depth
20m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for El Aquario
Wave Height
1.5m
Wind Speed
24.3 m/s
Water Temp
28.6°C
Visibility
13.9km
Cloud Cover
41%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
27.9°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for El Aquario
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 6.9611/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.18m, Wind 23.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.466166666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at El Aquario 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: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.18m (5.3s), Wind: 23.9 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.1m (5.45s), Wind: 23.2 m/s
Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 25.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El AquarioAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Aquario
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 El Aquario
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Aquario
Ideal Conditions for El Aquario
Water Temp
26.7°C / 80.1°F
August
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Aquario
El Aquario shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.4m 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). April is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 - Jul 8, 2026