Playa Manzaliña
Prepare to be mesmerized by the unique coral formations and the presence of magnificent tube sponges. Be on the lookout for the graceful Scorpionfish, striking Lionfish, and the fascinating Porcupine Fish, as they frequently grace this underwater paradise with their presence and are easily spotted.
With excellent visibility of 24 meters, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, will relish in the opportunity to explore this Dutch diving site. Offering a maximum depth of 21 meters, this location is ideal for divers looking to explore both the beauty and the depth of the underwater world.
Situated near San Juan, Curacao in the Netherlands, this extraordinary dive site provides an ideal location for both local and international divers to immerse themselves in the captivating wonders of the underwater realm.
Diving Conditions Score for Playa Manzaliña
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Playa Manzaliña
Depth
21m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Playa Manzaliña
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
23.8 m/s
Water Temp
26.6°C
Visibility
14.82km
Cloud Cover
22%
Wave Period
4.5s
Air Temperature
27°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Playa Manzaliña
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.9829/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 20.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 6.4401/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Playa Manzaliña 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.
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.94m (4.8s), Wind: 20.6 m/s
Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 24.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Playa ManzaliñaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Playa Manzaliña
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 Playa Manzaliña
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Playa Manzaliña
Ideal Conditions for Playa Manzaliña
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
September
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Playa Manzaliña
Playa Manzaliña shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.6°C) and December the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.4m 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 0.7mm 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 18, 2026