Cayo Sur
Protected Area
Morrocoy
Why dive here
With 259+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, lemon sharks, orcas and sea turtles - Cayo Sur offers some of Morrocoy & Chichiriviche's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
Cayo Sur offers a straightforward dive, popular with local operators. You'll generally find healthy hard coral formations and a good variety of reef fish. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, it's a pleasant enough dive for those looking to get wet and see some typical Caribbean reef life without any major challenges. We'd suggest it for divers who appreciate easy access and a relaxed pace.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cayo Sur
Cayo Sur Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Cayo Sur, 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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