Cane Bay
This dive site at Cane Bay Beach in the United States Virgin Islands is easily accessible from the north shore road. Divers can kick out about 200 yards or 20 meters to reach the buoy at a depth of 25 feet or 7.5 meters. From there, they will encounter a steep slope leading to a vertical wall that plunges down to over 2,000 feet or 600 meters. This stunning dive offers the possibility of observing reef sharks at the drop off, so divers should remain vigilant. If you plan on spearing lionfish, exercise caution.
The underwater landscape of this dive site is adorned with magnificent black coral, barrel sponges, and sea fans. Divers should keep an eye out for juvenile drumfish at shallower depths and watch for the famous Carousel Horse. With visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, this wall dive appeals to divers of all levels, from beginner to advanced to expert.
Whether you're a local or visiting the United States, don't miss the opportunity to explore this beautiful dive site accessible from the north shore road. As you descend, be prepared to encounter not only black coral and tropical fish but also pelagic species. And if you're lucky, you might even spot some reef sharks gracefully swimming in the blue.
The underwater landscape of this dive site is adorned with magnificent black coral, barrel sponges, and sea fans. Divers should keep an eye out for juvenile drumfish at shallower depths and watch for the famous Carousel Horse. With visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, this wall dive appeals to divers of all levels, from beginner to advanced to expert.
Whether you're a local or visiting the United States, don't miss the opportunity to explore this beautiful dive site accessible from the north shore road. As you descend, be prepared to encounter not only black coral and tropical fish but also pelagic species. And if you're lucky, you might even spot some reef sharks gracefully swimming in the blue.
Diving Conditions Score for Cane Bay
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cane Bay
Depth
23m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Cane Bay
Wave Height
1.46m
Wind Speed
27.4 m/s
Water Temp
28.3°C
Visibility
39.04km
Cloud Cover
83%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
27.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cane Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Cane Bay
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.213800000000001/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.4m, Wind 27.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 6.6995000000000005/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cane Bay
: 06:00
Sunset at Cane Bay
: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cane 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.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.4m (5.8s), Wind: 27.7 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.4m, Wind: 26.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cane Bay
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cane 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 Cane Bay
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cane Bay
January
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.3
February
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Cane Bay
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
July
Visibility
11.3m / 37.1ft
June
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cane Bay
Cane Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and January the coldest (21.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.9m 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 0.5mm 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 23, 2026
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