La Morena
Experience the beauty of a typical Caribbean reef dive in the crystal-clear waters of Cuba. This incredible dive site offers a shallow water experience with no current, making it perfect for both beginner and advanced divers. Located just off the shore of Cayo Guillermo, near Morón and Ciego de Avila, this site is easily accessible and ideal for snorkeling as well.
Prepare to be amazed as you explore the vibrant underwater world teeming with Caribbean marine life. Encounter majestic nurse and reef sharks, graceful eagle rays, and gentle turtles. Marvel at the elegant stingrays gliding through the water, while colorful schools of snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper create a captivating display of colors.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 16 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site provides a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater realm. Whether you're a beginner looking to take your first dive or an experienced diver seeking a memorable excursion, this dive site has something to offer for everyone.
Indulge in the extraordinary beauty of this Caribbean dive site in Cuba. Book your adventure today and embark on an unforgettable underwater journey.
Prepare to be amazed as you explore the vibrant underwater world teeming with Caribbean marine life. Encounter majestic nurse and reef sharks, graceful eagle rays, and gentle turtles. Marvel at the elegant stingrays gliding through the water, while colorful schools of snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper create a captivating display of colors.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 16 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site provides a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater realm. Whether you're a beginner looking to take your first dive or an experienced diver seeking a memorable excursion, this dive site has something to offer for everyone.
Indulge in the extraordinary beauty of this Caribbean dive site in Cuba. Book your adventure today and embark on an unforgettable underwater journey.
Diving Conditions Score for La Morena
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for La Morena
Depth
17m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for La Morena
Wave Height
0.62m
Wind Speed
27.4 m/s
Water Temp
30.3°C
Visibility
20.3km
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
3.35s
Air Temperature
29.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La Morena
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Dive Score Chart for La Morena
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.916728310502284/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 25.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.1977741784037566/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at La Morena: 06:00
Sunset at La Morena: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at La Morena 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
15:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.52m (3.65s), Wind: 25.1 m/s
Safest Overall
14:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.54m (3.7s), Wind: 25.3 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 25.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for La MorenaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Morena
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 La Morena
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for La Morena
January
Score: 9.5
December
Score: 9.5
November
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for La Morena
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
June
Visibility
14.4m / 47.2ft
December
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for La Morena
La Morena shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (19.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.2m 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). December is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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 23, 2026
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