Esquina Norte
This site marks the most northern vertex of the reef, with the reef platform changing direction at a narrow angle. Divers can explore this underwater paradise, with depths ranging from 8 to 22 meters. The channel trajectory created by the large, impressive coral formations is home to a variety of species that will accompany divers on their journey.
During the dive, divers can expect to swim alongside diverse marine life, including Cubera snappers, rays, cobia, cod, and jacks. Between depths of 12 and 8 meters, giant elkhorn corals and brain corals dominate the seascape, creating a breathtaking underwater oasis.
With a visibility of 14 meters, this dive site in Colombia offers an unforgettable experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, the diverse marine ecosystem of this site will captivate your senses. Immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world just off the coast of Colombia and discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface.
During the dive, divers can expect to swim alongside diverse marine life, including Cubera snappers, rays, cobia, cod, and jacks. Between depths of 12 and 8 meters, giant elkhorn corals and brain corals dominate the seascape, creating a breathtaking underwater oasis.
With a visibility of 14 meters, this dive site in Colombia offers an unforgettable experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, the diverse marine ecosystem of this site will captivate your senses. Immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world just off the coast of Colombia and discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Esquina Norte
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Esquina Norte
Depth
22m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Esquina Norte
Wave Height
1.02m
Wind Speed
17.3 m/s
Water Temp
30.7°C
Visibility
34.68km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
7.55s
Air Temperature
29.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Esquina Norte
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Dive Score Chart for Esquina Norte
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.614398081534772/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 5.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.626033333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Esquina Norte: 06:00
Sunset at Esquina Norte: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Esquina Norte 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
10:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1.04m (6.95s), Wind: 5.9 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 10.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Esquina NorteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Esquina Norte
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 Esquina Norte
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 Esquina Norte
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Esquina Norte
Water Temp
20.9°C / 69.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Esquina Norte
Esquina Norte shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.9°C) and December the coldest (16.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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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