Ambers Arches
Located in Port Allen, Kauaʻi County, Hawaii, this captivating and picturesque dive site in the United States boasts massive underwater boulders that create extensive caverns. It offers an exciting and enjoyable experience for divers of all levels. Prepare to witness an abundance of schooling fish, along with the thrilling presence of sharks. Accessible only by boat, this site promises unforgettable wildlife encounters, including various fish species swimming in impressive schools, whitetip reef sharks navigating the caverns, and the possibility of encountering turtles. With a maximum depth of 21m and visibility reaching up to 18m, this site is ideal for beginner divers. Plan your visit to this must-visit destination for underwater enthusiasts in Port Allen, Kauaʻi County, Hawaii, United States.
Diving Conditions Score for Ambers Arches
6.7
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ambers Arches
Depth
21m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Ambers Arches
Wave Height
1.34m
Wind Speed
17.4 m/s
Water Temp
26.5°C
Visibility
4.9km
Cloud Cover
50%
Wave Period
11.3s
Air Temperature
24.7°C
Precipitation
0.5 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ambers Arches
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Dive Score Chart for Ambers Arches
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.051602936857562/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.32m, Wind 16.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.652268038408779/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ambers Arches: 06:00
Sunset at Ambers Arches: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ambers Arches 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
6:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.32m (11.35s), Wind: 16.3 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.28m, Wind: 17.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ambers ArchesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ambers Arches
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 Ambers Arches
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 Ambers Arches
January
Score: 9.5
February
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Ambers Arches
Water Temp
24.8°C / 76.6°F
June
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
January
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ambers Arches
Ambers Arches shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.8°C) and January the coldest (18.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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 21, 2026
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