Jan 19-24, 2025: Likely Blow Outs?

[bakersdozn]

I've got dives planned in Cozumel for Jan 19-24. In looking at the forecast, I'm starting to get concerned about blow out risk. I've been considering canceling Cozumel dives on Tues-Fri and taking the ferry to dive cenotes.

I haven't been to Cozumel in 20 years, so I'm hoping for some help on the following:

1. Based on the forecast, how likely is it that the harbor gets closed next week?
2. Which ferry(ies) are the best to consider for early morning rides from Cozumel to PDC?
3. How far in advance do i need to buy ferry tickets? Should I expect long lines for early morning rides?

 

[NDL_Diver]

Based upon CURRENT wind speed AND direction, Wednesday 22 Jan is a port closed day 100%.

Purchase ferry tickets upon arrival at dock and get ticket for next ferry at ticket booth. Don't get round trip. Do the same on return.

 

[NDL_Diver]

Looks like neither ferry operator has favorable time to dive Cozumel.

Schedules – Winjet Fast Ferry

winjet.mx

Rutas y Horarios :: Ultramar

ultramarsales.ultramarferry.com

Earliest artival on Cozumel is Around 8:50AM.
Very few dive operator options for a ~930 AM departure.

 

[Shawn C]

Looks like neither ferry operator has favorable time to dive Cozumel.

Schedules – Winjet Fast Ferry

winjet.mx

Rutas y Horarios :: Ultramar

ultramarsales.ultramarferry.com

Earliest artival on Cozumel is Around 8:50AM.
Very few dive operator options for a ~930 AM departure.

Doesn't Xcaret has a 6:30am sail to Cozumel?