Palmitas
This dive site in Mexico is perfect for beginner divers. With its shallow depth of 11m and minimal current, it offers a safe and enjoyable experience. Dive enthusiasts will be captivated by the fascinating rock formations and exhilarating swim-throughs that await them underwater.
Underneath the surface, divers will encounter a wide array of marine life commonly found in the sub-tropical Pacific waters. Keep an eye out for majestic creatures like eagle rays and giant manta rays, as well as turtles, stingrays, and an abundance of fish species including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper.
Located near La Roqueta, Privada de Caletilla, Fracc. Vista del Mar, Acapulco, Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero, 39300, Mexico, this dive site provides a convenient and accessible location for divers to explore. With visibility reaching up to 9m, divers can fully appreciate the underwater beauty and experience the wonders of this captivating dive site in Mexico.
Underneath the surface, divers will encounter a wide array of marine life commonly found in the sub-tropical Pacific waters. Keep an eye out for majestic creatures like eagle rays and giant manta rays, as well as turtles, stingrays, and an abundance of fish species including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper.
Located near La Roqueta, Privada de Caletilla, Fracc. Vista del Mar, Acapulco, Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero, 39300, Mexico, this dive site provides a convenient and accessible location for divers to explore. With visibility reaching up to 9m, divers can fully appreciate the underwater beauty and experience the wonders of this captivating dive site in Mexico.
Diving Conditions Score for Palmitas
5.9
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Palmitas
Depth
11m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Palmitas
Wave Height
1.36m
Wind Speed
8.9 m/s
Water Temp
31.1°C
Visibility
34.04km
Cloud Cover
97%
Wave Period
13.95s
Air Temperature
32°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Palmitas
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Dive Score Chart for Palmitas
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.227161835748793/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.36m, Wind 6 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.9657530135301355/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Palmitas: 06:00
Sunset at Palmitas: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Palmitas 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
14:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.36m (13.8s), Wind: 6 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.42m, Wind: 0.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for PalmitasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Palmitas
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 Palmitas
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 Palmitas
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Palmitas
Water Temp
21.7°C / 71.1°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Palmitas
Palmitas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.7°C) and December the coldest (17.7°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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