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Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck

Discover the Alice A. Leigh/Rewa Shipwreck Dive Site near Moturekareka Island in New Zealand. This easily accessible wreck rests at a shallow depth of 6 meters, making it perfect for beginner divers. Located on the northwest part of Moturekareka Island, south of Kawau Island, the wreck remains visible from the surface during both low and high tides. With a mild current and the bay's semi-sheltered location, you can explore this dive site with ease.

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

5.7
Average

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

beginner

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
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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.

Sunrise at Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck: 06:00
Sunset at Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.22m (7.2s), Wind: 5.4 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.24m, Wind: 6.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck
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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

Avg. Score: 7.9/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck

July
Score: 7.9
August
Score: 7.9
June
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Alice A. Leigh /Rewa ShipWreck

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

17.7°C / 63.9°F

February

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.0m / 45.9ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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