Over Heat
Protected Area
Islas de la Bahía
Why dive here
With 168+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - Over Heat offers some of Roatán's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Over Heat, a funny name for a site we really appreciate, sits on Roatán’s south side, a spot we often find ourselves drifting through. It’s a channel, really, less a dramatic wall and more a gentle slope of coral that keeps giving. We’re talking about a maximum depth around 20 metres, perfect for long bottom times and really soaking it all in. We love Over Heat for its consistent, relaxed vibe. It rarely throws anything too challenging our way, but don’t mistake "relaxed" for "boring." This place really comes alive when there’s a mild current pushing through. We like to drop in and just let the water do the work, watching for the resident turtles that often cruise by. The creole wrasse here are usually in thick schools, shimmering like a liquid curtain. If you’re lucky, you’ll spot Conklin's cardinalfish tucked into the nooks and crannies. Our favourite finds are often the smaller stuff though, the blennies and gobies. Keep an eye out for Banded Blennies bobbing their heads from empty worm tubes; they’re little characters. It’s a site that rewards a slow pace and an observant eye, great for photographers or anyone who just wants to unwind and take in the sheer volume of fish life.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Nearest Dive Centres to Over Heat
Dive shops near Over Heat
West Bay Divers
Infinity Divers Aqua Center
Clearwater Adventures
Blue Moon Scuba
Roatan Freediving
Kotos Adventures
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Over Heat
Over Heat Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Over Heat, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.27, -86.6) (5km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 29–31.6°C
Current Speed
1.41 cm/s
Direction: NW (315°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.052 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
35.96 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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