Playa Corona
Protected Area
Arrecifes de Cozumel
Why dive here
With 177+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, dolphins, eagle rays and nurse sharks - Playa Corona offers some of Cozumel's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Playa Corona sits right off the beach, a simple shore dive perfect for an easy afternoon. The reef starts shallow, ideal for those getting comfortable with their gear or just wanting a relaxed dip. You'll spot smaller reef fish darting amongst the coral patches, along with the occasional ray cruising over the sandy bottom. It’s a gentle introduction to Cozumel’s underwater world, especially good for newer divers or snorkelers.
Typical Playa Corona Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Strong currents typical this month (avg 79 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.
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CARIBE PARADISE DIVERS
Dive Palancar
Blue Note Scuba Diving
Scuba XOC Dive Center Cozumel
Scuba Life Cozumel
Roberta's Scuba Shack
Reviews for Playa Corona
Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Playa Corona
Playa Corona Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Playa Corona, 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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