Bull Run
Formerly a liveaboard shark feeding site, this dive location at a depth of 35-60'/10-18m is still frequented by 3-8 female Caribbean Reef sharks. The area features impressive coral formations, scattered throughout the white sand and algae beds. These coral heads create a stunning underwater landscape, with caverns and maze-like pathways for divers to explore.
In addition to the sharks, divers can encounter a variety of marine life including the occasional goliath grouper, angelfish, grunts, snappers, nudibranchs, and head shield slugs. However, due to safety reasons, there is a significant population of lionfish as spearing is not allowed in this area.
This dive site, located in The Bahamas close to Bimini, offers visibility of up to 20m and is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of this unique dive spot and witness a diverse array of marine species in their natural habitat.
In addition to the sharks, divers can encounter a variety of marine life including the occasional goliath grouper, angelfish, grunts, snappers, nudibranchs, and head shield slugs. However, due to safety reasons, there is a significant population of lionfish as spearing is not allowed in this area.
This dive site, located in The Bahamas close to Bimini, offers visibility of up to 20m and is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of this unique dive spot and witness a diverse array of marine species in their natural habitat.
Diving Conditions Score for Bull Run
8.4
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bull Run
Depth
18m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Bull Run
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
7.2 m/s
Water Temp
31°C
Visibility
20.8km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.5s
Air Temperature
29.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bull Run
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Dive Score Chart for Bull Run
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.095656565656565/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 12.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.527519379844962/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bull Run: 06:00
Sunset at Bull Run: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bull Run 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
22:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.38m (4.3s), Wind: 3.4 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.38m (3.3s), Wind: 12.4 m/s
Best Day
6:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 12.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bull RunAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bull Run
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 Bull Run
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bull Run
February
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.8
January
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Bull Run
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
September
Visibility
11.1m / 36.4ft
August
Wave Height
2.3m / 7.5ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bull Run
Bull Run shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.2°C) and January the coldest (18.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 2.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 23, 2026
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