Cozumel, Mexico
    Arrecifes de Cozumel

    Tormentos Reef

    Good diving all year

    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 - Tormentos Reef offers some of Cozumel's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.

    Best timeYear-round
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Bull Sharks, Dolphins, Eagle Rays and Nurse Sharks · 177+ species recorded
    Water27-30°C · warmest August, September, October
    CharacterReef dive
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Tormentos Reef has a reputation, and for good reason. It’s one of those spots where you can drift along with a comfortable current, just taking it all in. We often drop in at the north end and let the flow carry us south, past impressive coral formations. Keep an eye on the sandy patches; we’ve had some fantastic encounters here. Nurse sharks are a common sight, often resting under ledges, and we’ve spotted turtles munching on sponges more times than we can count. The visibility is usually excellent, giving you clear views of the resident barracudas hovering mid-water. For those who like a leisurely drift and a good chance of seeing larger reef inhabitants, Tormentos is a top pick. It’s not a deep dive, maxing out around 18 metres, which means plenty of bottom time to explore. We’d suggest going in the morning; the light can be stunning through the water, especially when it catches the schools of bluestriped grunt.

    Safety Notes

    Strong currents typical this month (avg 79 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.

    Today05:4217:2911h 47m daylightGolden hour 17:00

    Nearest Dive Centres to Tormentos Reef

    Dive shops near Tormentos Reef

    View all dive centres in Cozumel

    Reviews for Tormentos Reef

    Sign in to write a review

    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Tormentos Reef

    Tormentos Reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Tormentos Reef, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Yucatan Basin - 120 NM ESE of Cozumel, MX (227km away)

    ExcellentGreatGoodFairPoor★Best monthsThis month

    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)

    Plan & book

    Ways to dive Cozumel, from day trips to liveaboards.

    Day trips & courses

    via GetYourGuide

    Guided dives, courses and snorkel trips with instant booking.

    Find dive trips in Cozumel

    Places to stay

    via Booking.com

    Hotels and dive resorts near Cozumel.

    Search stays in Cozumel

    Dive insurance

    Most travel insurance excludes or limits scuba. Check what you need before you go.

    Dive insurance explained

    Partner links: we may earn a commission if you book, at no extra cost to you. How we make money

    Where to Stay near Tormentos Reef

    Prices from Booking.com. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

    Back to Cozumel