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Calypso Bay

Welcome to a unique dive site in Northland, New Zealand. This stunning underwater landscape features a steep and easily navigable rocky wall adorned with vibrant encrusting life. As you descend to a depth of 15m, the terrain transitions into a captivating bouldery slope, intertwined with graceful kelp, leading down to a sandy bottom at 30m.

Despite being a hidden gem, this dive site offers a rich diversity of marine life. Keep an eye out for mesmerizing Angel fish, elusive Triplefin blennies, and captivating Scorpion fish. The walls are also home to colorful nudibranchs, adding a splash of beauty to your underwater exploration. Additionally, you may be fortunate enough to witness shoaling fishes gracefully passing by in the crystal-clear blue waters.

Don't rush your dive experience here. Take your time to thoroughly explore the intriguing walls and the mesmerizing spaces between the boulders. These hidden nooks may reveal some secretive creatures, such as the Black Spotted Grouper and Splendive Perch.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site caters to divers of all levels. With a maximum depth of 13m and visibility of 16m, it provides an ideal environment for underwater enthusiasts to indulge in their passion for exploration.

Unveil the wonders of this understated dive site in New Zealand's Northland region. Discover an extraordinary underwater realm that promises unforgettable diving experiences.

Diving Conditions Score for Calypso Bay

5.4
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Calypso Bay

Depth

13m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Calypso Bay

Wave Height

0.62m

Wind Speed

26.7 m/s

Water Temp

17.9°C

Visibility

38.68km

Cloud Cover

97%

Wave Period

7.95s

Air Temperature

15.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Calypso Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Calypso Bay

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.5877284552845525/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 24.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.096435787321064/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Calypso Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Calypso Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Calypso Bay 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.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.6m (8.2s), Wind: 24.1 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 25.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Calypso Bay
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Calypso Bay

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 Calypso Bay

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.8/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Calypso Bay

July
Score: 9.9
June
Score: 9.8
August
Score: 9.7

Ideal Conditions for Calypso Bay

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.5°C / 74.3°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Calypso Bay

Calypso Bay follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.5°C) and December the coldest (19.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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