Abelard
Although the wreck is somewhat fragmented, it remains relatively intact and not widely dispersed. Adventurous divers can carefully navigate the 5m-high boiler, with approximately 1m of penetration available. However, be prepared for tight quarters within the confined space.
The marine life surrounding the wreck is truly mesmerizing. Keep an eye out for vibrant sponges, impressive lobsters, and large spider crabs. The diverse underwater ecosystem also includes cuttlefish, dogfish, various wrasse, and pollack.
In addition to the boiler, the remains of the engine room and a substantial iron propeller can be found behind it. The site is adorned with scattered objects such as winch remnants, broken derricks, bollards, and deck cleats. The ribs of the steam trawler further enhance the site's intriguing atmosphere.
With a visibility of up to 5m, divers have ample opportunity to explore every nook and cranny of this remarkable dive location. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site offers an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Abelard
Challenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Abelard
Depth
13m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Abelard
Wave Height
0.64m
Wind Speed
13 m/s
Water Temp
15.7°C
Visibility
120m
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6.05s
Air Temperature
16.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Abelard
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.0524043715847/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 14 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.465166666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Abelard 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.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.62m (6.1s), Wind: 14 m/s
Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 0.56m, Wind: 11.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for AbelardAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Abelard
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 Abelard
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Abelard
Ideal Conditions for Abelard
Water Temp
17.9°C / 64.2°F
August
Visibility
15.1m / 49.5ft
January
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Abelard
Abelard shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.9°C) and December the coldest (2.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). August is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 18, 2026