Brixham Breakwater Beach
Brixham Breakwater, located in the United Kingdom, is an ideal dive site for beginners looking to gain more experience underwater. With a maximum depth of approximately 6 meters and a visibility of 3 meters, this dive site offers a safe and manageable environment to explore. The abundance of kelp and rocks in the area provides ample shelter for a variety of marine life, including crabs, seals, and dolphins. Nearby, divers can find good local facilities and also enjoy a visit to The Breakwater Bistro, conveniently located on Berry Head Road. Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of Brixham Breakwater and discover the wonders that await you.
Diving Conditions Score for Brixham Breakwater Beach
4.9
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 Brixham Breakwater Beach
Depth
6m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Brixham Breakwater Beach
Wave Height
0.74m
Wind Speed
14.4 m/s
Water Temp
15.6°C
Visibility
5.96km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
5.75s
Air Temperature
19.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Brixham Breakwater Beach
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Dive Score Chart for Brixham Breakwater Beach
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.008390804597701/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.68m, Wind 10.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 6.776402732240437/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Brixham Breakwater Beach: 06:00
Sunset at Brixham Breakwater Beach: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Brixham Breakwater 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
14:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.68m (5.8s), Wind: 10.4 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.6m (5.95s), Wind: 5.8 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 8.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Brixham Breakwater BeachAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Brixham Breakwater 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 Brixham Breakwater Beach
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Brixham Breakwater Beach
January
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Brixham Breakwater Beach
Water Temp
18.2°C / 64.8°F
July
Visibility
15.6m / 51.2ft
January
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Brixham Breakwater Beach
Brixham Breakwater Beach shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.2°C) and December the coldest (2.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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
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