Rodman
Protected Area
Arrecife de Puerto Morelos
Why dive here
With 177+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, bull sharks, dolphins, eagle rays and nurse sharks - Rodman offers some of Cozumel's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Rodman is that kind of Cozumel dive we keep coming back to, not for deep drifts, but for pure, unadulterated blenny hunting. At a mere 7 meters, it feels more like exploring a really well-stocked aquarium than a typical reef dive. We love the patchy coral gardens, a mix of elkhorn and smaller brain corals, which create perfect hiding spots. The real stars here are the small stuff. We’ve spent entire dives just watching the comical antics of barfin and seagrass blennies popping out of their holes, or trying to spot the ridiculously camouflaged sand stargazers buried in the sand. Visibility can be a bit of a mixed bag; sometimes it’s 20 meters and sparkling, other times a bit silty after a strong north wind, maybe 10 meters. We find the mornings are often calmer. If you're a photographer with a macro lens, or just someone who appreciates the intricate details of a reef, Rodman is your spot. It’s not for speed demons or those chasing pelagics, but for anyone who loves slowing down and truly looking.
Typical Rodman 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Rodman
Rodman Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Rodman, 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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