What does the DiveScore seasonal chart show?

Monthly diveScore data showing seasonal patterns and variations throughout the year for divers.

What are the main diving seasons for this location (Climate: subtropical)?

The typical seasons are: Winter (Mild temperatures). Spring (Warming waters). Summer (Peak temperatures). Fall (Cooling waters).

What is the typical range of DiveScore at this location?

The diveScore typically ranges from 8.2 to 9.3 throughout the year.

When are the best diving conditions based on DiveScore at this location?

Based on the data, the most favorable conditions for diveScore generally occur around Jan, Feb, Dec.

Blue Chromis Reef

Welcome to our dive site in the water, a perfect spot for beginner divers and snorkelers. With depths ranging from 20-50 feet (3-15m), this shallow site offers a fantastic opportunity to explore the underwater world. The rock formations near the shore create stunning overhangs, providing shelter for a wide variety of marine life such as fish and lobsters.

Diving in this gentle sloping reef is a delight, offering the chance to encounter schooling tarpon, creole wrasse, and a plethora of colorful reef fish. You may be lucky enough to spot parrotfish including queen, princess, striped, stoplight, and redband. Additionally, keep an eye out for schooling fish like tarpon, black durgeon, sergeant majors, as well as blue and brown chromis.

Located in the British Virgin Islands, this site offers excellent visibility of 17 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters. It is an ideal destination for beginners who are looking to embark on their diving journey. Situated near Road Town, VG 1110, the dive site is easily accessible, making it a convenient choice for divers.

Come and explore the wonders of our dive site. Whether you are a beginner diver or a snorkeler, this spot will surely impress with its vibrant marine life, beautiful rock formations, and gentle sloping reef. Start your underwater adventure at our dive site in the crystal-clear waters of the British Virgin Islands.

Diving Conditions Score for Blue Chromis Reef

7.6

Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Blue Chromis Reef

Depth

14m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Blue Chromis Reef

Wave Height

1.58m

Wind Speed

36 m/s

Water Temp

28.1°C

Visibility

27.1km

Cloud Cover

23%

Wave Period

5.45s

Air Temperature

27.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Blue Chromis Reef

Alpha

Best Overall

17:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.56m (5.65s), Wind: 30.3 m/s

Best Night

18:00

Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.56m, Wind: 30.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Blue Chromis Reef
Alpha

Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Blue Chromis Reef

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

Best Season for Blue Chromis Reef

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Blue Chromis Reef

January

Score: 9.3

December

Score: 9.2

February

Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for Blue Chromis Reef

Water Temp

27.1°C / 80.8°F

July

Visibility

11.9m / 39.0ft

June

Wave Height

2.4m / 7.9ft

January

Wave Period

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Blue Chromis Reef

Blue Chromis Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.4m 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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.

Scoring Legend:

9-10 (Excellent)

7-8 (Good)

5-6 (Average)

3-4 (Poor)

1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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Diving Conditions Score for Blue Chromis Reef

Dive Site Overview for Blue Chromis Reef

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Dive Score Chart for Blue Chromis Reef

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

Best Season for Blue Chromis Reef

Winter

Best Months for Blue Chromis Reef

Ideal Conditions for Blue Chromis Reef

Water Temp

Visibility

Wave Height

Wave Period

Seasonal Insights for Blue Chromis Reef

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