Dominican Republic

Boca Chica

Boca Chica - photo 1

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Boca Chica is a coastal town in the Dominican Republic near the capital Santo Domingo. It sits on the Caribbean coast with basic access to local dive centers and shore-based diving, mainly as a gateway for divers exploring the southern Dominican coastline. The area offers water with warm visibility and typical Caribbean reef and reef-associated life within easy reach from shore or short boat trips, but it is not a long-standing major diving hub. For dedicated diving, nearby beaches and reefs along the Santo Domingo region and along the Caribbean coast provide options for local trips, instruction, and gear hire.

Essential information for traveling in Dominican Republic

About Dominican Republic

Sea
Caribbean Sea and North Atlantic Ocean
Timezone
America/Santo_Domingo
Languages
ES
Demonym
Dominican
Phone prefix
+1

Practicalities

Currency
DOP
Voltage
110
Plug type
Type A, Type B
Airports
PUJ SDQ LRM POP AZS

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Boca Chica

Nearby Dive Sites (33)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Boca Chica

The best time to dive in Boca Chica

The best months to dive in Boca Chica are from August. Temperatures are confortable (28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
25 °C 28 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
25 °C 27 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
26 °C 27 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
26 °C 28 °C 6/10
05 - May
26 °C 28 °C 6/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 29 °C 6/10
07 - Jul.
27 °C 29 °C 6/10
08 - Aug.
28 °C 30 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
27 °C 30 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
26 °C 30 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
25 °C 29 °C 7/10
12 - Dec.
24 °C 28 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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