Alma Bay
Alma Bay in Australia boasts a mesmerizing dive experience with its captivating shallow fringing reef on both sides. With a gentle sloping, sandy bottom and minimal water movement, this site offers optimal conditions for divers of all levels. The maximum depth reaches 7m, while the average depth hovers around 5m, granting ample opportunities to explore its abundant marine life.
The marine species that divers can encounter in Alma Bay include turtles, wobbegong, epaulette, and tawny nurse sharks. Additionally, sightings of blue spot mask rays, cow tail rays, and shovelnose rays further enhance the diving experience. However, the true highlight of this site lies in its diverse collection of nudibranchs, boasting over 50 different species.
Located near Life Guards, Armand Way, Arcadia, Townsville City, Queensland, 4819, Australia, Alma Bay ensures easy accessibility for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. With a visibility of 4m, this dive site guarantees an immersive experience into the captivating depths of the sea. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, Alma Bay offers a remarkable underwater exploration opportunity you won't want to miss.
The marine species that divers can encounter in Alma Bay include turtles, wobbegong, epaulette, and tawny nurse sharks. Additionally, sightings of blue spot mask rays, cow tail rays, and shovelnose rays further enhance the diving experience. However, the true highlight of this site lies in its diverse collection of nudibranchs, boasting over 50 different species.
Located near Life Guards, Armand Way, Arcadia, Townsville City, Queensland, 4819, Australia, Alma Bay ensures easy accessibility for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. With a visibility of 4m, this dive site guarantees an immersive experience into the captivating depths of the sea. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, Alma Bay offers a remarkable underwater exploration opportunity you won't want to miss.
Diving Conditions Score for Alma Bay
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Alma Bay
Depth
7m
Visibility
4m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Alma Bay
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
20.4 m/s
Water Temp
22.1°C
Visibility
48.08km
Cloud Cover
1%
Wave Period
3.9s
Air Temperature
21.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Alma Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Alma Bay
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.962166666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 18 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.59888494623656/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Alma Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Alma Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Alma Bay 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
12:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.52m (4s), Wind: 18 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 15.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Alma BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Alma Bay
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 Alma Bay
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Alma Bay
May
Score: 9.1
June
Score: 9.1
August
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for Alma Bay
Water Temp
26.1°C / 79.0°F
March
Visibility
12.6m / 41.3ft
November
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Alma Bay
Alma Bay follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (26.1°C) and July the coldest (18.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.6m 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). June 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 - Jul 10, 2026
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