Bridges of Ross
Discover the hidden beauty of this remarkable shore dive, boasting stunning geology. Begin your underwater adventure by swimming out on the surface, halfway out of the bay. As you descend to approximately 12 meters, ensure that the wall remains on your right side. Around 15-20 minutes into your dive, you will encounter an intriguing crack on the wall, which you can follow to uncover hidden underwater bridges.
Prepare to be amazed by the abundance of marine life thriving in this dive site. Look out for fascinating creatures such as lobsters, crabs, dogfish, conger eels, wrasse, pollock, deadman’s fingers, and anemones. Their vibrant presence adds to the allure of this underwater wonderland.
With a visibility of 3 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, this dive is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Located in Ross Road, Kilballyowen ED, West Clare Municipal District, County Clare, Munster, Ireland, this captivating dive site offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse underwater ecosystem of Ireland's coastal waters.
Prepare to be amazed by the abundance of marine life thriving in this dive site. Look out for fascinating creatures such as lobsters, crabs, dogfish, conger eels, wrasse, pollock, deadman’s fingers, and anemones. Their vibrant presence adds to the allure of this underwater wonderland.
With a visibility of 3 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, this dive is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Located in Ross Road, Kilballyowen ED, West Clare Municipal District, County Clare, Munster, Ireland, this captivating dive site offers a unique opportunity to explore the diverse underwater ecosystem of Ireland's coastal waters.
Diving Conditions Score for Bridges of Ross
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 Bridges of Ross
Depth
20m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Bridges of Ross
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
7.6 m/s
Water Temp
16.3°C
Visibility
30.28km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
7s
Air Temperature
17.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bridges of Ross
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Dive Score Chart for Bridges of Ross
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.834178403755869/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.56m, Wind 15.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.561034482758621/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bridges of Ross: 06:00
Sunset at Bridges of Ross: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bridges of Ross 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: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.56m (7.1s), Wind: 15.8 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 2.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bridges of RossAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bridges of Ross
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 Bridges of Ross
Winter
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bridges of Ross
January
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Bridges of Ross
Water Temp
15.4°C / 59.7°F
August
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
August
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bridges of Ross
Bridges of Ross shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (15.4°C) and December the coldest (2.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.6m 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 - Jun 22, 2026
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