Diving Cozumel in February?

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Gewehr3 Joined Jul 2001 Posts 802 EE 86% (7) IN, USA	Posted: 9/20/2023 5:41:53 AM EDT Hello, Has anyone been diving in Cozumel in early February? How was the experience? Would it be too cold for family to use the pool or snorkel? The rates jump up quite a bit in late February and March. Thanks!

dogsplat When you have to shoot, shoot. Don't talk. Joined Jun 2003 Posts 18393 EE 100% (52) PA, USA	Posted: 9/20/2023 6:31:40 AM EDT [#1] Did a rec dive out of Cancun back in……98(?) it was great. January I think. Parrot fish the size of trash can lids. And plenty warm.
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WWolfe Member Joined Nov 2018 Posts 3541 EE 0% (0) CO, USA	Posted: 9/20/2023 7:48:47 AM EDT [#2] We've been there a bunch - mostly Dec or Jan. It should be mid 80s in Feb. Plenty warm for pool/ocean. Hot, in fact. Enjoy!
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SideCarGT Member Joined Mar 2012 Posts 8580 EE 0% (0) TX, USA	Posted: 9/20/2023 12:23:09 PM EDT [#3] You’ll be fine. Most folks use a wetsuit that time of year for diving.

sj586 Joined May 2008 Posts 466 EE 0% (0) TX, USA	Posted: 9/26/2023 9:32:43 PM EDT [#4] February is the coldest month and the average ocean temperature in February is 80F. I dive in a rashguard and shorts and bring a thin windbreaker on the boat in case it is windy in-between dives or the ride back. https://seatemperature.info/cozumel-water-temperature.html

WWolfe Member Joined Nov 2018 Posts 3548 EE 0% (0) CO, USA	Posted: 9/26/2023 10:24:03 PM EDT [#5] So, don't forget: diving in 78 degree water for 75 minute dives is WAY different than snorkeling or swimming in a pool. If it's low/mid 80s, that's perfect pool, snorkeling temps. You'll probably be very comfortable or even warm.
	Ludwig Boltzmann, who spent much of his life studying statistical mechanics, died in 1906, by his own hand, Paul Bhranfest, carrying on the work, died similarly in 1933, Now it is our turn to study statistical mechanics...

Gewehr3 Joined Jul 2001 Posts 803 EE 86% (7) IN, USA	Posted: 9/27/2023 11:06:40 PM EDT [#6] Thanks for the feedback.

3woodiii Member Joined Sep 2004 Posts 652 EE 0% (0) MI, USA	Posted: 12/5/2023 3:03:18 PM EDT [#7] Great drift diving there, Pick up a half mil wetsuit and you will be comfortable. Plus I wear one all the time it keeps the stinging things off ya and if you happen to inadvertently bump something that also stings.

Switchback_Arms Joined Apr 2008 Posts 5252 EE 100% (22) USA	Posted: 12/5/2023 3:50:18 PM EDT [#8] I'll be snorkeling there in a few weeks, can't wait

pepperbelly Touched by the Fickle Finger of Fate! Joined Sep 2002 Posts 16175 EE 100% (8) TX, USA	Posted: 12/11/2023 10:29:53 PM EDT [#9] I have dove on 2 cruises, one at the end of January and the other the beginning of February. Water temp was about 82* from the surface to 100’. I dove in swim trunks and a quick dry shirt on both 2 tank dives and was comfortable. If you will be diving 4-5 dives per day you will want a 2mm wetsuit.
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Gewehr3 Joined Jul 2001 Posts 804 EE 86% (7) IN, USA	Posted: 12/13/2023 9:51:23 PM EDT [#10] I'll be taking a 3/2 wetsuit. Thanks again.

pepperbelly Touched by the Fickle Finger of Fate! Joined Sep 2002 Posts 16178 EE 100% (8) TX, USA	Posted: 12/15/2023 1:26:24 AM EDT [#11] Quote History Originally Posted By Gewehr3: I'll be taking a 3/2 wetsuit. Thanks again. View Quote A 3/2 may be too warm. How many dives per day are you planning?
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migunshooter Joined Jul 2021 Posts 1 EE 100% (2) MI, USA	Posted: 1/4/2024 3:52:32 PM EDT [#12] I have a place there. I am actually leaving for there Monday. A 3/2 might be fine especially if you plan to dive everyday you are there. I try to dive at least once a week when i'm there. i will post some water temps once i am there.

Blade_68 Joined Jun 2013 Posts 5 EE 0% (0) AL, USA	Posted: 1/9/2024 1:10:13 AM EDT [#13] The water was great 4 weeks ago.

Gewehr3 Joined Jul 2001 Posts 806 EE 86% (7) IN, USA	Posted: 2/2/2024 11:10:15 PM EDT [Last Edit: Gewehr3] [#14] I had my first dive yesterday at Paradise Reef. Weather is great. Water temps are about 81F. I was comfortable in just shorts and a rash guard.

markmars Member Joined Aug 2004 Posts 16201 EE 0% (0) TX, USA	Posted: 2/17/2024 8:26:33 AM EDT [#15] You'll be fine I do e there in January 2022 wore a shorty wet suit. Great drift dive!
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