Brighton Marina
Throughout the year, you can expect to encounter a variety of fascinating marine species at the Newhaven Scuba training site. This includes the vibrant Cuckoo wrasse, Ballan wrasse, Mullet, and Corkwing wrasse which are commonly spotted. Plus, depending on the season, you may have the chance to observe pipefish, Seabass, and nudibranchs, adding to the diversity of the underwater ecosystem.
Located in the United Kingdom, the Newhaven Scuba training site is conveniently situated near Brighton Marina (Outer Harbour). With a visibility of approximately 4 meters, divers can enjoy clear underwater views while exploring the captivating underwater world. This site is suitable for both beginners and advanced divers, providing a safe and memorable diving experience in the beautiful coastal region of Brighton and Hove, South East England, England.
Diving Conditions Score for Brighton Marina
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Brighton Marina
Depth
6m
Visibility
4m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Brighton Marina
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
15.1 m/s
Water Temp
18.5°C
Visibility
45.84km
Cloud Cover
80%
Wave Period
5.9s
Air Temperature
18.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Brighton Marina
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.591671988795519/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.36m, Wind 11.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 7.541220289855073/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Brighton Marina 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.
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.36m (5.95s), Wind: 11.5 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 4.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Brighton MarinaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Brighton Marina
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 Brighton Marina
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Brighton Marina
Ideal Conditions for Brighton Marina
Water Temp
18.7°C / 65.7°F
July
Visibility
15.1m / 49.5ft
January
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Brighton Marina
Brighton Marina shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.7°C) and December the coldest (1.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 20, 2026