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San Pedro

Welcome to one of the most sought-after dive locations on Ambergris Caye, Belize. DiveChamp.com offers an unforgettable diving experience surrounded by the pristine waters of the Caribbean. Explore the diverse marine life, including a wide variety of typical Caribbean fish species, making each dive a captivating adventure.

With remarkable visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 21m, our dive site provides an optimal environment for both beginner divers and seasoned explorers. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or looking for a thrilling underwater expedition, our site caters to divers of all skill levels.

Located near San Marcos, San Pedro Town, Belize, in the Belize District, our dive site offers convenient access to stunning underwater landscapes. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Belize's aquatic paradise as you embark on an exploration that will leave you in awe.

Join us at DiveChamp.com for an unforgettable dive experience in the breathtaking waters of Belize. Discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Diving Conditions Score for San Pedro

7.1
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for San Pedro

Depth

21m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for San Pedro

Wave Height

1.3m

Wind Speed

28.2 m/s

Water Temp

29.3°C

Visibility

20.9km

Cloud Cover

22%

Wave Period

5.85s

Air Temperature

25.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for San Pedro
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Dive Score Chart for San Pedro

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.1517333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.22m, Wind 30.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.6061000000000005/10.

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

Sunrise at San Pedro: 06:00
Sunset at San Pedro: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at San Pedro 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
7:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.22m (5.35s), Wind: 30.4 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.26m, Wind: 32 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for San Pedro
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at San Pedro

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 Pedro

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for San Pedro

January
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.2
March
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for San Pedro

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.6m / 38.1ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.5m / 8.2ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for San Pedro

San Pedro shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (21.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.5m 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). April 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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