Bennett Springs
Bennett Springs in south central Missouri, United States, is not just a popular fly-fishing destination, but also an exciting dive spot for a few months each year. While it may be known for its rainbow trout, divers can also expect to encounter a variety of other aquatic life. Native sculpin, minnows, and the occasional sucker or catfish can be spotted, as well as crayfish, muskrats, beavers, minks, and otters. With an average visibility of 8m and a maximum depth of 16m, this dive is recommended for advanced divers. Explore the crystal-clear waters of Bennett Springs and discover the hidden wonders beneath the surface. Find us at BSSP 4 Road, Dallas County, Missouri, United States.
Diving Conditions Score for Bennett Springs
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bennett Springs
Depth
16m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Bennett Springs
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
7 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
24.6km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
28.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bennett Springs
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Dive Score Chart for Bennett Springs
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 8.289933333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 0 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.645133333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bennett Springs: 06:00
Sunset at Bennett Springs: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bennett Springs 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: 8.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 0 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 0.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bennett SpringsAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bennett Springs
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 Bennett Springs
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bennett Springs
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Bennett Springs
Water Temp
23.8°C / 74.8°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bennett Springs
Bennett Springs shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.8°C) and December the coldest (19.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 19, 2026
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