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La Poza, Xcalak

Discover the breathtaking underwater trench that offers an incredible wall dive experience. This enchanting site can transform into a thrilling drift diving adventure at times due to the prevailing currents. With depths ranging from 5m/15ft to 26m/90ft, this location presents a diverse marine habitat filled with hidden alcoves where an abundance of fish seek refuge. At the conclusion of your dive, marvel at the magnificent tower-like structures formed by colorful corals.

Keep your eyes peeled for the majestic Manatees! Encounter these gentle mammals as you explore the captivating presence of Elkhorn corals. As you venture further, prepare to be mesmerized by the impressive schools of Tarpons, reaching up to 2 meters/5-6 feet in size.

Enhanced with a visibility of 13m, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced enthusiasts. Situated in Xcalak, Othón P. Blanco, Quintana Roo, Mexico, this location guarantees an unforgettable underwater experience.

Dive into the depths of this remarkable dive site and immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world it has to offer.

Diving Conditions Score for La Poza, Xcalak

7
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for La Poza, Xcalak

Depth

18m

Visibility

13m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for La Poza, Xcalak

Wave Height

1.18m

Wind Speed

27.2 m/s

Water Temp

29.6°C

Visibility

26.92km

Cloud Cover

12%

Wave Period

5.45s

Air Temperature

28.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for La Poza, Xcalak
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Dive Score Chart for La Poza, Xcalak

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.1701999999999995/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 24.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.608300000000001/10.

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

Sunrise at La Poza, Xcalak: 06:00
Sunset at La Poza, Xcalak: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at La Poza, Xcalak 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
9:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.06m (5.2s), Wind: 24.9 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 30.7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for La Poza, Xcalak
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at La Poza, Xcalak

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 Poza, Xcalak

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 La Poza, Xcalak

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for La Poza, Xcalak

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.8°C / 71.2°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for La Poza, Xcalak

La Poza, Xcalak shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.8°C) and December the coldest (17.8°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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