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El Jardin

Discover a stunning dive site located off the pristine shores of Acapulco, Mexico. Immerse yourself in a world filled with vibrant hard and soft corals that are just waiting to be explored. As you dive into the crystal-clear waters, you'll encounter a diverse array of sub-tropical fish species that will captivate your senses.

Get ready for unforgettable wildlife encounters as you come face to face with fascinating creatures including the Balloonfish, Scorpionfish, Stingrays, Boxfish, Morays, Starfish, Turtles, Barberfish, Sergeant Major fish, Blennies, Surgeonfish, and Eagle Rays.

This easy and shallow dive site offers a maximum depth of 14m, making it accessible for divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. With excellent visibility reaching up to 8m, you'll have the perfect opportunity to admire the breathtaking marine life and stunning underwater landscape.

Located in Privada Boca Chica, Fracc. Vista del Mar, Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero, 39300, Mexico, this dive site provides convenient access to divers seeking a remarkable underwater adventure.

Prepare to embark on an unforgettable dive experience at this remarkable dive site off the shores of Acapulco, Mexico. Explore the magnificent corals, encounter a variety of captivating fish species, and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Diving Conditions Score for El Jardin

5.4
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for El Jardin

Depth

14m

Visibility

8m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for El Jardin

Wave Height

1.36m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

31.1°C

Visibility

34.04km

Cloud Cover

97%

Wave Period

14s

Air Temperature

32.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El Jardin
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Dive Score Chart for El Jardin

Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.0271618357487915/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.36m, Wind 6 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.765753013530136/10.

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

Sunrise at El Jardin: 06:00
Sunset at El Jardin: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at El Jardin 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
14:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.36m (13.8s), Wind: 6 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.42m, Wind: 0.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for El Jardin
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Jardin

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 Jardin

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for El Jardin

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for El Jardin

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.1m / 52.8ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for El Jardin

El Jardin shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (22.3°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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