El Almirante
Protected Area
Guanahacabibes
Why dive here
With 109+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, oceanic whitetip sharks, sea turtles, sperm whales and manatees - El Almirante offers some of María la Gorda's richest diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest July, August, September.
El Almirante, off María la Gorda, offers some interesting dives, particularly for those who appreciate healthy gorgonian fields. We've seen plenty of nurse sharks here, often just resting under ledges. It's a relaxed dive, typically with mild current, making it a good choice for newer divers or anyone looking for a less demanding afternoon. You'll find it’s a reliable spot for a calm exploration.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Almirante
El Almirante Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for El Almirante, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Yucatan Basin - 120 NM ESE of Cozumel, MX (228km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.7–32.3°C
Air Temperature
29°C
84°F
Current Speed
5 cm/s
Direction: NW (306.9°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.161 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
36.21 PSU
Wave Height
1.1m
6.7s period
Wind Speed
5.5 m/s
10.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.7 hPa
Visibility
24.1 nmi
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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