Roca Partida
Roca Partida, located approximately 70 miles west of Socorro and 85 miles from San Benedicto in Mexico, may appear isolated, but it is teeming with vibrant marine life. This pinnacle dive site, accessible only by liveaboard, offers an exhilarating experience for advanced and expert divers. Rising from hundreds of feet of water, Roca Partida attracts a wide array of fascinating creatures.
Divers can expect encounters with magnificent giant Pacific manta rays, impressive schooling hammerhead sharks, majestic humpback whales, gentle whale sharks, playful dolphins, sleek whitetip sharks, formidable Galapagos sharks, and thrilling schools of tuna and jacks. The underwater visibility at this site is approximately 23 meters, and the maximum depth reaches 28 meters.
Explore the wonders of Roca Partida, a captivating dive site off the coast of Mexico, and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the underwater world. Whether you are an advanced or expert diver, this extraordinary location promises an unforgettable adventure.
Divers can expect encounters with magnificent giant Pacific manta rays, impressive schooling hammerhead sharks, majestic humpback whales, gentle whale sharks, playful dolphins, sleek whitetip sharks, formidable Galapagos sharks, and thrilling schools of tuna and jacks. The underwater visibility at this site is approximately 23 meters, and the maximum depth reaches 28 meters.
Explore the wonders of Roca Partida, a captivating dive site off the coast of Mexico, and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the underwater world. Whether you are an advanced or expert diver, this extraordinary location promises an unforgettable adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Roca Partida
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Roca Partida
Depth
28m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Roca Partida
Wave Height
1.7m
Wind Speed
11.6 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
36.34km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
12.65s
Air Temperature
24.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Roca Partida
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Dive Score Chart for Roca Partida
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.126859477124183/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.66m, Wind 11 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 6.824971895424837/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Roca Partida: 06:00
Sunset at Roca Partida: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Roca Partida 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
17:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.66m (12.75s), Wind: 11 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.76m, Wind: 7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Roca PartidaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Roca Partida
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 Roca Partida
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Roca Partida
January
Score: 9.1
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for Roca Partida
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
August
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
November
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Roca Partida
Roca Partida shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (26.3°C) and February the coldest (19.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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 14, 2026
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