Cabo Pulmo Divers
Protected Area
Cabo Pulmo
Why dive here
With 195+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, dolphins, humpback whales, nurse sharks and orcas - Cabo Pulmo Divers offers some of Sea of Cortez's richest diving. Water ranges 21-31°C, warmest August, September, October.
Cabo Pulmo Divers, the namesake site, often gets overlooked for some of the flashier spots in the park, but we always make a point of dropping in here. It’s got a consistent vibe, a real steady performer. You'll find it shallower, generally 5 to 20 metres, and it’s a brilliant introduction to the park's buzz without the deeper commitment. What we love here is the sheer density of the smaller stuff that forms the foundation of the Cabo Pulmo food chain. We're talking about those massive shoals of Glasseye Snapper and Common Yellowtail Croaker. They often hang in shimmering clouds, catching the light just right, making the whole reef feel alive. It’s not just the big schools though. Take your time and you'll spot some gems like the Masked Moray peeking from a crevice or a well-camouflaged Player Scorpionfish. Keep an eye out for the Cortez Round Stingrays often resting on the sand patches, too. It’s a site that rewards a slow, observant dive, perfect for photographers or anyone who likes to really soak in the details rather than chase pelagics.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cabo Pulmo Divers
Cabo Pulmo Divers Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cabo Pulmo Divers, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.05, -109.87) (22km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
85°F · Range: 28.3–31.6°C
Current Speed
7.81 cm/s
Direction: NW (309.8°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.114 mg/m³
Clear water
Salinity
34.65 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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