18th Palm
Discover a unique shore dive location on the beautiful island of Bonaire. Unlike many other dive spots, 18 Palm offers an easy sandy beach access point, making it perfect for divers of all skill levels. After your exhilarating dive, take advantage of the convenient on-site freshwater showers to rinse off your gear.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world of the Caribbean as you encounter a variety of marine life. Keep an eye out for the majestic nurse and reef sharks, as well as the graceful eagle rays, turtles, and stingrays. The colorful reefs teem with an abundance of fish species, including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper.
With excellent visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, 18 Palm offers a captivating diving experience for both beginner divers and seasoned enthusiasts. Located in the Netherlands, specifically at 72 Julio A Abraham Boulevard, Plaza Beach Resort, Kralendijk, Bonaire, Netherlands, 1234AB, this dive site is conveniently situated for exploration.
Embark on a memorable underwater adventure at 18 Palm and discover the incredible aquatic wonders that await you. Plan your dive today and experience the beauty and tranquility of this remarkable diving destination.
Immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world of the Caribbean as you encounter a variety of marine life. Keep an eye out for the majestic nurse and reef sharks, as well as the graceful eagle rays, turtles, and stingrays. The colorful reefs teem with an abundance of fish species, including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper.
With excellent visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, 18 Palm offers a captivating diving experience for both beginner divers and seasoned enthusiasts. Located in the Netherlands, specifically at 72 Julio A Abraham Boulevard, Plaza Beach Resort, Kralendijk, Bonaire, Netherlands, 1234AB, this dive site is conveniently situated for exploration.
Embark on a memorable underwater adventure at 18 Palm and discover the incredible aquatic wonders that await you. Plan your dive today and experience the beauty and tranquility of this remarkable diving destination.
Diving Conditions Score for 18th Palm
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for 18th Palm
Depth
18m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for 18th Palm
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
20.9 m/s
Water Temp
27°C
Visibility
21.42km
Cloud Cover
10%
Wave Period
4.9s
Air Temperature
27.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for 18th Palm
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Dive Score Chart for 18th Palm
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 6.978199999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 19.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.4510000000000005/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at 18th Palm: 06:00
Sunset at 18th Palm: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at 18th Palm are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
11:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.12m (4.85s), Wind: 19.1 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 25.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for 18th PalmAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at 18th Palm
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for 18th Palm
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for 18th Palm
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for 18th Palm
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
September
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
September
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for 18th Palm
18th Palm shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.5°C) and December the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 2.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). May is usually the driest month with 0.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026
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