Barracuda Shoals
Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Exumas with an unforgettable dive at this stunning location. The crystal clear waters make it an ideal spot for both novice divers and snorkelers. Named after the abundance of barracuda in the area, this dive site is conveniently located near George Town.
Prepare to be amazed as you encounter a diverse array of marine life. Glide among schools of small and large barracuda, alongside enchanting Caribbean reef fish such as queen, french, and gray angelfish, trumpet fish, snapper, butterfly fish, and more!
With a remarkable visibility of 20 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters, this dive site offers an immersive experience for beginners. Explore the vibrant underwater world of The Bahamas and create lasting memories. Come dive in the pristine waters of Exuma, The Bahamas today.
Prepare to be amazed as you encounter a diverse array of marine life. Glide among schools of small and large barracuda, alongside enchanting Caribbean reef fish such as queen, french, and gray angelfish, trumpet fish, snapper, butterfly fish, and more!
With a remarkable visibility of 20 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters, this dive site offers an immersive experience for beginners. Explore the vibrant underwater world of The Bahamas and create lasting memories. Come dive in the pristine waters of Exuma, The Bahamas today.
Diving Conditions Score for Barracuda Shoals
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Barracuda Shoals
Depth
10m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Barracuda Shoals
Wave Height
0.76m
Wind Speed
22.3 m/s
Water Temp
29.8°C
Visibility
19.2km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
4.3s
Air Temperature
29.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Barracuda Shoals
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Dive Score Chart for Barracuda Shoals
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.2581999999999995/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.92m, Wind 22 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.009033333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Barracuda Shoals: 06:00
Sunset at Barracuda Shoals: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Barracuda Shoals 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
8:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.92m (4.6s), Wind: 22 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.9m (4.65s), Wind: 20.6 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 23.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Barracuda ShoalsAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Barracuda Shoals
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 Shoals
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Barracuda Shoals
January
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for Barracuda Shoals
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
September
Visibility
11.5m / 37.7ft
June
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Barracuda Shoals
Barracuda Shoals shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (20.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 2.2m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 10, 2026
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