San Benedicto Canyon
El Canyon, situated on the southern tip of San Benedicto Island in the renowned Revillagigedo Islands of Mexico, is a remarkable dive site that appeals to divers of advanced to expert level. Its depth and exposure to the open ocean attract a diverse range of large pelagic species. Accessible exclusively via liveaboard, divers can expect breathtaking encounters with majestic creatures such as the giant Pacific manta ray, schooling hammerheads, Galapagos sharks, silky sharks, and playful dolphins. With a visibility of 21m and a maximum depth of 27m, El Canyon offers an extraordinary underwater experience for adventurous divers seeking a memorable dive in the waters of Mexico.
Diving Conditions Score for San Benedicto Canyon
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for San Benedicto Canyon
Depth
27m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for San Benedicto Canyon
Wave Height
1.64m
Wind Speed
22.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.8°C
Visibility
37.58km
Cloud Cover
74%
Wave Period
13.65s
Air Temperature
27.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for San Benedicto Canyon
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Dive Score Chart for San Benedicto Canyon
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 6.726972955974843/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.8m, Wind 24.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 6.3875231990231995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at San Benedicto Canyon: 06:00
Sunset at San Benedicto Canyon: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at San Benedicto Canyon 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
11:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.8m (13.25s), Wind: 24.6 m/s
Safest Overall
7:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.72m (13.35s), Wind: 22.8 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.64m, Wind: 22.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for San Benedicto CanyonAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at San Benedicto Canyon
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 San Benedicto Canyon
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for San Benedicto Canyon
January
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for San Benedicto Canyon
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
August
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
April
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for San Benedicto Canyon
San Benedicto Canyon shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (26.4°C) and February the coldest (20.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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 April to June, 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 23, 2026
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