Bajo de Canaveral
Why dive here
With 259+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, lemon sharks, orcas and sea turtles - Bajo de Canaveral offers some of Morrocoy & Chichiriviche's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
Bajo de Canaveral is a straightforward dive off the coast of Morrocoy. We’ve found it’s a good spot for newer divers, often calm with decent visibility, typically around 10-15 meters. Expect to see schools of snappers and grunts, with the occasional barracuda cruising by. It’s a solid, undemanding dive if you’re looking for an easy afternoon out.
Typical Bajo de Canaveral Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Bajo de Canaveral
Bajo de Canaveral Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Bajo de Canaveral, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (10.49, -67.82) (18km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.1–31.1°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
4.46 m/s
8.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.4 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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