Barrier Reef
Why dive here
With 210+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, eagle rays, nurse sharks and sea turtles - Barrier Reef offers some of Utila's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Utila's Barrier Reef offers a solid day out, particularly if you’re looking for a relaxed dive with consistent visibility. We’ve found the gentle currents here make for an easy drift along healthy coral formations, home to plenty of Nassau grouper eyeing you from their ledges. Keep an eye out for the odd blackedge cusk-eel tucked away, and you'll often spot schools of Ronco just hanging out. It's a great spot for newer divers, or anyone keen on an unhurried exploration without too much demand.
Typical Barrier Reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Barrier Reef
Barrier Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Barrier Reef, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
29.66°C
85°F
Current Speed
19 cm/s
Direction: W (270°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.043 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.12 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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