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Faro de Bucerias

Welcome to our tranquil dive site! If you're craving an escape from the hustle and bustle, look no further. Immerse yourself in the serenity of a quiet coastal town, boasting incredible sub-tropical Pacific diving opportunities. Our pristine beach offers a breathtaking backdrop, while the sunken ship just offshore serves as a captivating attraction for divers.

Prepare to embark on captivating wildlife encounters as you explore the depths. Encounter an array of semi-tropical Pacific species, including curious octopuses, elusive lobsters, graceful eagle rays, majestic mantas, mesmerizing eels, vibrant butterflyfish, elegant angelfish, charming damselfish, and an abundance of other fascinating marine life.

Featuring a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, our dive site accommodates divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced explorers. Whether you're just starting your underwater journey or seeking to test your skills, our site offers a remarkable experience for all.

Located in Mexico, our dive site is in close proximity to Faro de Bucerías, Aquila, Michoacán. Discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface as you delve into the captivating waters of this exquisite destination.

Plan your next diving adventure with us and immerse yourself in the wonders of our sub-tropical Pacific paradise.

Diving Conditions Score for Faro de Bucerias

7.8
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Faro de Bucerias

Depth

17m

Visibility

13m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Faro de Bucerias

Wave Height

1.54m

Wind Speed

3.4 m/s

Water Temp

30.8°C

Visibility

19.8km

Cloud Cover

82%

Wave Period

14.2s

Air Temperature

24.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Faro de Bucerias
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Dive Score Chart for Faro de Bucerias

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.12883216374269/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.54m, Wind 1.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.1638827160493825/10.

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

Sunrise at Faro de Bucerias: 06:00
Sunset at Faro de Bucerias: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Faro de Bucerias 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
11:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 1.54m (14.25s), Wind: 1.7 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.52m, Wind: 5.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Faro de Bucerias
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Faro de Bucerias

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 Faro de Bucerias

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 Faro de Bucerias

January
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9

Ideal Conditions for Faro de Bucerias

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.7°C / 80.1°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.9m / 55.4ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Faro de Bucerias

Faro de Bucerias shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.4°C) and December the coldest (21.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 23, 2026

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