Roatán, Honduras
    Sistema de Humedales de la Isla de Utila

    Rocky Point

    Best months: Jan–May

    Protected Area

    Sistema de Humedales de la Isla de Utila

    Why dive here

    With 168+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, orcas, sea turtles, whale sharks and pufferfish - Rocky Point offers some of Roatán's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeJan–May
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Orcas, Sea Turtles, Whale Sharks and Pufferfish · 168+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest August, September, October
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Rocky Point is one of our favourite spots on the east side, particularly if the current is running. It's a proper drift dive, letting the water do all the work as you glide over a sloping reef that transforms into more of a sheer wall further east. We usually drop in and let the current carry us west, covering a decent stretch of reef without finning much. The reef itself is a mix of rock formations and coral patches, not quite as colourful as some of Roatán’s other sites, but it makes up for it in action. Look for schools of blue tangs and doctorfish swirling around the shallower parts, and plenty of jacks patrolling the open water. We've seen some impressive Kulkulcan cones and Mouse cones here tucked into crevices, so keep an eye out for those smaller details. Deeper down, past 15 metres, you start finding rusty gobies perched on the sponges and the occasional lionfish lurking. It’s a site that rewards a slow drift and keen observation rather than speed. This spot really suits divers who appreciate a relaxed pace and are comfortable with a bit of current.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Rocky Point

    Rocky Point Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Rocky Point, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.27, -86.6) (5km away)

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    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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