Blackish Point
Named after the once abundant Black Groupers that populated this area, this dive site holds a rich history. Although these majestic creatures are no longer present, the site remains an intriguing spot for divers. Located just 45 minutes away from the main hub, it offers a unique experience.
In addition to being a home for lionfish and moray eels, divers can also encounter impressive spiny lobsters and spotted drums. The site is particularly known for its sightings of big midnight parrotfish. With a maximum depth of 20m and excellent visibility reaching up to 36m, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Situated in the beautiful country of Honduras, specifically in Útila, Bay Islands, 304201, this dive site offers divers an opportunity to explore the underwater wonders of this region. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site guarantees an unforgettable diving experience.
In addition to being a home for lionfish and moray eels, divers can also encounter impressive spiny lobsters and spotted drums. The site is particularly known for its sightings of big midnight parrotfish. With a maximum depth of 20m and excellent visibility reaching up to 36m, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Situated in the beautiful country of Honduras, specifically in Útila, Bay Islands, 304201, this dive site offers divers an opportunity to explore the underwater wonders of this region. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site guarantees an unforgettable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Blackish Point
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Blackish Point
Depth
20m
Visibility
36m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Blackish Point
Wave Height
1.04m
Wind Speed
30.7 m/s
Water Temp
28.6°C
Visibility
11.2km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
4.3s
Air Temperature
28.5°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Blackish Point
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Dive Score Chart for Blackish Point
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.710966666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 20.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.107344927536232/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Blackish Point: 06:00
Sunset at Blackish Point: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Blackish Point 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
15:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.66m (4.8s), Wind: 20.7 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 23.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Blackish PointAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Blackish Point
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 Blackish Point
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Blackish Point
January
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.1
March
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Blackish Point
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
August
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
May
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Blackish Point
Blackish Point shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). April is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 3, 2026
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