Boulders Beach
Simonstown Boulders is a fantastic and easily accessible shore dive located in South Africa. With an average depth of 6 meters and a maximum depth of 9 meters, this dive site is perfect for beginners looking to gain experience and training.
Divers exploring Simonstown Boulders will be treated to a diverse marine ecosystem. The underwater landscape is adorned with kelp forests, home to a variety of fascinating sea creatures such as Jackass Penguins, Seals, Cape Urchins, Star Fish, Pyjama Catsharks, nudibranchs, and vibrant coral life.
True to its name, Simonstown Boulders features a captivating underwater terrain filled with numerous boulders waiting to be explored. Divers will also encounter a few caves and overhangs that create small hollows, providing shelter for the reef fish that call this site home. It is worth noting that this dive site is situated in a penguin reserve, adding an extra element of excitement to the experience.
With a visibility of 6 meters and a maximum depth of 8 meters, Simonstown Boulders offers optimal conditions for divers to explore and appreciate the wonders of the underwater world. Whether you are a beginner diver or a seasoned enthusiast, this dive site is a must-visit when exploring the captivating waters of South Africa.
Divers exploring Simonstown Boulders will be treated to a diverse marine ecosystem. The underwater landscape is adorned with kelp forests, home to a variety of fascinating sea creatures such as Jackass Penguins, Seals, Cape Urchins, Star Fish, Pyjama Catsharks, nudibranchs, and vibrant coral life.
True to its name, Simonstown Boulders features a captivating underwater terrain filled with numerous boulders waiting to be explored. Divers will also encounter a few caves and overhangs that create small hollows, providing shelter for the reef fish that call this site home. It is worth noting that this dive site is situated in a penguin reserve, adding an extra element of excitement to the experience.
With a visibility of 6 meters and a maximum depth of 8 meters, Simonstown Boulders offers optimal conditions for divers to explore and appreciate the wonders of the underwater world. Whether you are a beginner diver or a seasoned enthusiast, this dive site is a must-visit when exploring the captivating waters of South Africa.
Diving Conditions Score for Boulders Beach
4.2
Below AverageChallenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Boulders Beach
Depth
8m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Boulders Beach
Wave Height
2.44m
Wind Speed
25.6 m/s
Water Temp
14.1°C
Visibility
39.04km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
10.35s
Air Temperature
14.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Boulders Beach
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Dive Score Chart for Boulders Beach
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 4.4782/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.46m, Wind 25.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 4.0318/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Boulders Beach: 06:00
Sunset at Boulders Beach: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Boulders Beach 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: 4.5/10
Waves: 2.46m (10.3s), Wind: 25.6 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 4.4/10
Waves: 2.46m (10.4s), Wind: 22.3 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 4.0/10
Waves: 2.3m, Wind: 20.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Boulders BeachAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Boulders Beach
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 Boulders Beach
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Boulders Beach
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Boulders Beach
Water Temp
23.4°C / 74.1°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Boulders Beach
Boulders Beach follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.4°C) and December the coldest (19.4°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 - Jul 9, 2026
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