Busy Buro
Welcome to Busy Burro, a stunning dive site situated in the channel between Havelock and Neil Island, India. This natural plateau offers a picturesque setting with mild to strong currents during spring tide. Divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can explore this underwater paradise.
One of the major highlights of Busy Burro is the abundance of vibrant fish species seeking shelter from hunting trevally and tuna. As divers, you can expect to be surrounded by these magnificent schools of colorful fish, providing excellent photo opportunities.
Exploring the nearby rocky outcrops will unveil a hidden world of fascinating marine creatures such as lobsters, octopus, and shrimp. Don't miss out on spotting spotted rays, garden eels, and flounders concealed within the sandy patches. For those with a keen eye, you may even come across intriguing macro critters like juvenile ghost pipefish and various species of sea slugs, accentuating the beauty of the gorgonians and barrel sponges that adorn the otherwise barren landscape.
With a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, Busy Burro is a perfect diving spot for both novices and experienced divers. So gear up and get ready to explore this underwater wonderland that is sure to leave you awe-inspired.
One of the major highlights of Busy Burro is the abundance of vibrant fish species seeking shelter from hunting trevally and tuna. As divers, you can expect to be surrounded by these magnificent schools of colorful fish, providing excellent photo opportunities.
Exploring the nearby rocky outcrops will unveil a hidden world of fascinating marine creatures such as lobsters, octopus, and shrimp. Don't miss out on spotting spotted rays, garden eels, and flounders concealed within the sandy patches. For those with a keen eye, you may even come across intriguing macro critters like juvenile ghost pipefish and various species of sea slugs, accentuating the beauty of the gorgonians and barrel sponges that adorn the otherwise barren landscape.
With a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, Busy Burro is a perfect diving spot for both novices and experienced divers. So gear up and get ready to explore this underwater wonderland that is sure to leave you awe-inspired.
Diving Conditions Score for Busy Buro
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Busy Buro
Depth
19m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Busy Buro
Wave Height
1.06m
Wind Speed
33.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.4°C
Visibility
10.3km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
6.9s
Air Temperature
28.1°C
Precipitation
0.2 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Busy Buro
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Dive Score Chart for Busy Buro
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.053133333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 24.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.59207786259542/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Busy Buro: 06:00
Sunset at Busy Buro: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Busy Buro 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
16:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (6.6s), Wind: 24.7 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 26.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Busy BuroAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Busy Buro
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 Busy Buro
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Busy Buro
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Busy Buro
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
July
Visibility
13.0m / 42.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Busy Buro
Busy Buro shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (23.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 March to May, 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 9, 2026
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