Barracuda Rock
One of the highlights of this site is the presence of approximately a dozen Green Sea Turtles, which can often be spotted both at the site and along the Orote peninsula. Additionally, White-tip and Black-tip reef sharks are commonly seen on most dives, further adding to the excitement.
With a maximum depth of 19 meters and a visibility of approximately 20 meters, this dive site is suitable for divers of various levels, from beginners to advanced. Its close proximity to Apra Harbor, in the Sånta Rita-Sumai Municipality, Guam, makes it a convenient and accessible location for divers.
Elevate your underwater adventures and explore the wonders of this captivating dive site. Immerse yourself in its breathtaking depths, encounter fascinating marine life, and create unforgettable memories as you dive into the pristine waters of this remarkable destination.
Diving Conditions Score for Barracuda Rock
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Barracuda Rock
Depth
19m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Barracuda Rock
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
14.4 m/s
Water Temp
30.1°C
Visibility
6.88km
Cloud Cover
21%
Wave Period
5.95s
Air Temperature
29.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Barracuda Rock
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.1175/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 8.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.503/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Barracuda Rock 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: 0.62m (6.25s), Wind: 8.6 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 12.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Barracuda RockAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Barracuda Rock
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 Barracuda Rock
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Barracuda Rock
Ideal Conditions for Barracuda Rock
Water Temp
27.6°C / 81.7°F
May
Visibility
18.4m / 60.4ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Barracuda Rock
Barracuda Rock shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 1.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 1, 2026