Culebra, Puerto Rico
Protected Area
Canal Luis Peña Natural Reserve
Why dive here
With 493+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, bull sharks, dolphins and eagle rays - Culebra, Puerto Rico offers some of Fajardo & East Coast's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Culebra offers a relaxing dive, perfect for newer divers or those looking for a laid-back afternoon. At a mellow 14 meters, you'll find plenty of time to explore the sandy bottom and the small coral patches dotted around. We've often seen juvenile drum and schools of grunts taking shelter here, along with the occasional queen conch making its slow journey across the sand. It’s a gentle introduction to Caribbean diving, without any tricky currents or challenging navigation.
Typical Culebra, Puerto Rico Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Culebra, Puerto Rico
Culebra, Puerto Rico Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Culebra, Puerto Rico, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (18.36, -65.51) (6km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 28.8–31.3°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
4.43 m/s
8.6 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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