Caracasbaai
Discover the beauty of a vibrant shallow reef suitable for both beginner divers and snorkelers. This easily accessible dive site, located in the Netherlands, offers a plethora of colorful hard and soft corals, sponges, and an abundance of marine life.
Immerse yourself in a Caribbean oasis as you encounter various species of marine creatures. Look out for majestic turtles, graceful eagle rays, and a diverse array of fish including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, lionfish, and grouper.
With a maximum depth of 16m and an impressive visibility of 18m, this dive site provides an optimal underwater experience for divers of all levels. Explore the stunning underwater world and appreciate the captivating beauty of this dive site in the water.
Situated near the Golden Seahorse on Caracasbaaiweg in Jan Thiel, Curacao, this location offers convenient access to this remarkable dive site. Embark on an unforgettable dive adventure and immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater realm at this captivating dive site in the water.
Immerse yourself in a Caribbean oasis as you encounter various species of marine creatures. Look out for majestic turtles, graceful eagle rays, and a diverse array of fish including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, lionfish, and grouper.
With a maximum depth of 16m and an impressive visibility of 18m, this dive site provides an optimal underwater experience for divers of all levels. Explore the stunning underwater world and appreciate the captivating beauty of this dive site in the water.
Situated near the Golden Seahorse on Caracasbaaiweg in Jan Thiel, Curacao, this location offers convenient access to this remarkable dive site. Embark on an unforgettable dive adventure and immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater realm at this captivating dive site in the water.
Diving Conditions Score for Caracasbaai
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Caracasbaai
Depth
16m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Caracasbaai
Wave Height
1.34m
Wind Speed
23.9 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
20.98km
Cloud Cover
96%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
29.7°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Caracasbaai
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Dive Score Chart for Caracasbaai
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.3177/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.34m, Wind 25.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 5.9283/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Caracasbaai: 06:00
Sunset at Caracasbaai: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Caracasbaai 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
6:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.34m (4.8s), Wind: 25.1 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 5.9/10
Waves: 1.26m, Wind: 25.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for CaracasbaaiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Caracasbaai
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 Caracasbaai
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 Caracasbaai
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.3
March
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Caracasbaai
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
September
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
September
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Caracasbaai
Caracasbaai shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and December the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 2.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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). September is usually the driest month with 0.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during October to December, 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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