Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
The Alice A. Leigh/Rewa wreck hull rests gracefully on the sea floor, providing a home for a variety of marine life. Don't worry about the wreck being broken down - there is no risk of entrapment or getting lost. Navigate through openings in the hull to explore the inside of the wreck, which remains safe and accessible even for novice wreck divers. Although the upper part of the wreck is absent, the dive begins at the bow around 8 meters deep and follows the wreck towards the stern. In the midsection, a spacious opening invites you to explore the interior of the hull. If desired, you can surface from within the hull or continue your dive towards the stern at shallower depths. Keep in mind that westerly winds may create some swell around the wreck.
Enhance your underwater adventure with a visibility of 5 meters and a maximum depth of 9 meters. Located near 46 Matheson Bush Road, Leigh, Rodney, Auckland, New Zealand, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner diver or an experienced enthusiast, the Alice A. Leigh/Rewa Shipwreck Dive Site promises an exciting journey into New Zealand's underwater wonders.
Diving Conditions Score for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Depth
9m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Wave Height
0.42m
Wind Speed
11.2 m/s
Water Temp
15.9°C
Visibility
48.24km
Cloud Cover
21%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
13.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.10152962962963/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 5.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.529361904761905/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck 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: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.22m (7.2s), Wind: 5.4 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.24m, Wind: 6.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
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 Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Ideal Conditions for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Water Temp
17.7°C / 63.9°F
February
Visibility
14.0m / 45.9ft
December
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck follows southern hemisphere patterns with February being the warmest month (17.7°C) and September the coldest (11.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 22, 2026