Barbados
Point Lobos
About this Dive Site
Description
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve in California offers a breathtaking underwater landscape, renowned for its abundant kelp forests and diverse marine inhabitants. Divers can expect to see sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters, and a dazzling array of fish amongst the colorful invertebrate-covered rock formations.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
March, January, February, April, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, potential for sea turtle sightings.
Feb
Calm seas, excellent for exploring reefs.
Mar
Peak visibility, ideal for macro photography.
Apr
Continued good conditions, possibility of seeing larger pelagics.
More monthly highlights
May
Warmer waters, increased chance of plankton.
Jun
Start of the rainy season, occasional showers but diving is usually unaffected.
Jul
Rainy season continues, visibility can be reduced after heavy rain.
Aug
Highest chance of rain, visibility can be poor.
Sep
End of the rainy season, conditions start to improve.
Oct
Transitioning out of rainy season, good visibility returns.
Nov
Excellent diving conditions, start of the dry season.
Dec
Festive season diving, good visibility and calm seas.
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