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Pargo Cave

Discover an ideal coral reef for beginners, underwater photography enthusiasts, and those seeking a shallower dive after exploring deeper depths. Immerse yourself in the captivating sculpture of the "Virgen del Carmen" conch shell, submerged at a depth of over 2m, offering a perfect opportunity to capture a memorable diving experience in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.

Enjoy a diverse range of marine life, including molluscs, crustaceans, vibrant coral formations, sandbanks, lush seaweed meadows, and an impressive congregation of fish species, turtles, and rays. This remarkable underwater ecosystem provides a picturesque setting for divers of all levels, whether you are just starting your diving journey or have advanced skills.

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Diving Conditions Score for Pargo Cave

6.9
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Pargo Cave

Depth

12m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Pargo Cave

Wave Height

0.66m

Wind Speed

17.8 m/s

Water Temp

29.3°C

Visibility

27.82km

Cloud Cover

55%

Wave Period

5.35s

Air Temperature

30.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pargo Cave
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Dive Score Chart for Pargo Cave

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.311327327327328/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.56m, Wind 11.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.26583185840708/10.

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

Sunrise at Pargo Cave: 06:00
Sunset at Pargo Cave: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Pargo Cave 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
8:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.56m (5.55s), Wind: 11.4 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.54m (5.65s), Wind: 11.9 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 5.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Pargo Cave
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pargo Cave

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 Pargo Cave

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 Pargo Cave

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

Ideal Conditions for Pargo Cave

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.1°C / 71.8°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Pargo Cave

Pargo Cave shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.1°C) and December the coldest (18.1°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 22, 2026

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