Aurora Reservoir
Located southeast of Denver, Colorado in the United States, this expansive reservoir offers a designated scuba diving area accessible from April 1 to October 1 each year. From dawn to dusk, divers can explore the depths with ease from the shore. With a maximum depth of 50 feet and an average visibility of 5-10 feet (2 meters), this site provides divers with a thrilling underwater experience.
Within this dive site, divers can discover more than just the sunken Cessna. The waters teem with crawdads and a variety of small fish, showcasing the diverse aquatic life that calls this area home.
To ensure safety and convenience, the scuba area is clearly marked off by buoys and is situated at the far northeast end of the lake. This location allows divers to focus on their underwater exploration while staying within the designated diving zone. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site welcomes divers of all levels to discover the underwater wonders of the reservoir.
Close by, you'll find the Aurora Reservoir Perimeter Trail in Aurora, Arapahoe County, Colorado, offering additional opportunities to immerse yourself in nature after your dive.
Within this dive site, divers can discover more than just the sunken Cessna. The waters teem with crawdads and a variety of small fish, showcasing the diverse aquatic life that calls this area home.
To ensure safety and convenience, the scuba area is clearly marked off by buoys and is situated at the far northeast end of the lake. This location allows divers to focus on their underwater exploration while staying within the designated diving zone. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site welcomes divers of all levels to discover the underwater wonders of the reservoir.
Close by, you'll find the Aurora Reservoir Perimeter Trail in Aurora, Arapahoe County, Colorado, offering additional opportunities to immerse yourself in nature after your dive.
Diving Conditions Score for Aurora Reservoir
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Aurora Reservoir
Depth
10m
Visibility
2m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Aurora Reservoir
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
18.4 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
86.4km
Cloud Cover
77%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
26.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Aurora Reservoir
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Dive Score Chart for Aurora Reservoir
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.293333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 9.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.834033333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Aurora Reservoir: 06:00
Sunset at Aurora Reservoir: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Aurora Reservoir 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
11:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 9.8 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 8.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Aurora ReservoirAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Aurora Reservoir
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 Aurora Reservoir
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Aurora Reservoir
January
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for Aurora Reservoir
Water Temp
23.8°C / 74.8°F
July
Visibility
13.5m / 44.3ft
January
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Aurora Reservoir
Aurora Reservoir shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (23.8°C) and February the coldest (-6.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.3m 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). January 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 23, 2026
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