Isla de la Juventud, Cuba
    Laguna de Maya

    Cajilone

    Best months: Dec–Apr

    Protected Area

    Laguna de Maya

    Why dive here

    With 139+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles, sperm whales and pufferfish - Cajilone offers some of Isla de la Juventud's richest diving. Water ranges 26-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeDec–Apr
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Orcas, Sea Turtles, Sperm Whales and Pufferfish · 139+ species recorded
    Water26-30°C · warmest July, August, September
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Cajilone offers a straightforward dive, typical of Isla de la Juventud's western coast. We've often found small reef sharks patrolling the drop-off, with schools of jacks cruising overhead in the blue. Visibility is generally good here, making it a decent choice for divers looking for a relaxed outing without strong currents. It’s a solid, uncomplicated dive for those who appreciate classic Caribbean reef topography.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cajilone

    Cajilone Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Cajilone, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (23.09, -81.45) (52km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    85°F · Range: 27.6–30.6°C

    Air Temperature

    28°C

    82°F

    Wind Speed

    7.54 m/s

    14.7 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1012.9 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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