Diving in Juan Fernandez Islands

Best Time to Dive in Juan Fernandez Islands

The warmest water temperatures in Juan Fernandez Islands occur in January, averaging 18.1°C. The coolest conditions are in December at 18.1°C.

Monthly Water Temperatures

• January: 18.1°C (air: 15.2°C)
• February: 18.1°C (air: 16.1°C)
• March: 18.1°C (air: 15.9°C)
• April: 18.1°C (air: 14.9°C)
• May: 18.1°C (air: 13.3°C)
• June: 18.1°C (air: 12.5°C)
• July: 18.1°C (air: 11.2°C)
• August: 18.1°C (air: 10.5°C)
• September: 18.1°C (air: 10.4°C)
• October: 18.1°C (air: 10.6°C)
• November: 18.1°C (air: 12.0°C)
• December: 18.1°C (air: 13.6°C)

Marine Life in Juan Fernandez Islands

Home to 24 recorded species including 21 reef fish, 2 whales & dolphins, 1 octopus & squid.

Dive Site Difficulty in Juan Fernandez Islands

Juan Fernandez Islands has 1 beginner, 1 intermediate dive sites - suitable for divers of all levels.

Recommended Packing List for Juan Fernandez Islands

Based on average water temperature of 18.1°C.

• Wetsuit (3-5mm) - comfortable for 18°C water
• Mask - essential for every dive
• Fins
• BCD - buoyancy compensator
• Regulator - your most safety-critical piece of gear
• Dive Computer - tracks depth, time, and NDL
• Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) - essential for boat pickups
• Dive Torch - useful for crevices and colour at depth
• Underwater Camera - capture your diving memories

Marine Protected Areas in Juan Fernandez Islands

• Archipiélago Juan Fernández - National Park (IUCN Category Not Reported)
• Archipielago Juan Fernández - UNESCO-MAB Biosphere Reserve (IUCN Category Not Applicable)
• Montes submarinos Crusoe y Selkirk - National Park (IUCN Category Not Reported)
• El Arenal - National Park (IUCN Category Not Reported)
• Lobería Selkirk - National Park (IUCN Category Not Reported)
• El Palillo - National Park (IUCN Category Not Reported)
• Tierra Blanca - National Park (IUCN Category Not Reported)
• Mar de Juan Fernández - Multiple Use Conservation Area (IUCN Category Not Reported)