Amancay Freediving
Protected Area
Caribe Mexicano
Why dive here
With 177+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, dolphins, eagle rays and nurse sharks - Amancay Freediving offers some of Cozumel's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Amancay Freediving in Cozumel offers a chance to explore a less pressured section of reef, great for those who prefer to fin down without tanks. We’ve found a decent collection of species here, including some neat eels like the Brown Garden Eel and the more elusive Key Worm Eel, along with various grunts and filefish. The site is generally calm enough for extended breath-holds, making it a good choice for freedivers looking to log some deeper dives or practice their technique away from the busier spots further south. It’s a solid pick if you’re keen on spotting more subtle reef residents and enjoying a quieter underwater experience.
Safety Notes
Strong currents typical this month (avg 79 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Amancay Freediving
Amancay Freediving Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Amancay Freediving, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Yucatan Basin - 120 NM ESE of Cozumel, MX (227km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 28.7–32.3°C
Air Temperature
29°C
84°F
Current Speed
78.6 cm/s
Direction: NE (36.7°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.046 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
35.99 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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