Carters Rock
Carters Rock, located in the United Kingdom near Ligger Point, is an ideal dive site for beginners. This underwater gem can only be reached by boat and offers a shallow, rocky kelp reef with a maximum depth of 10m. As you explore the site, you'll be greeted by the sight of kelp running along a bouldery slope, transitioning into a pristine white sandy bottom at around 7m.
Divers of all levels will enjoy the diverse marine life that calls Carters Rock home. Keep an eye out for kelp fish such as wrasse, bass, and pollack, as well as their juvenile forms gliding through the clear waters, which boast a visibility of approximately 8m. Other captivating creatures that can be spotted include catsharks, crustaceans, nudibranchs, and even seals.
Whether you're seeking a training ground for entry-level divers or simply yearning to explore the wonders of the underwater world, Carters Rock provides a captivating experience that will leave you in awe. Plan your next adventure and set sail for this extraordinary dive site.
Divers of all levels will enjoy the diverse marine life that calls Carters Rock home. Keep an eye out for kelp fish such as wrasse, bass, and pollack, as well as their juvenile forms gliding through the clear waters, which boast a visibility of approximately 8m. Other captivating creatures that can be spotted include catsharks, crustaceans, nudibranchs, and even seals.
Whether you're seeking a training ground for entry-level divers or simply yearning to explore the wonders of the underwater world, Carters Rock provides a captivating experience that will leave you in awe. Plan your next adventure and set sail for this extraordinary dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Carters Rock
6.4
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Carters Rock
Depth
10m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Carters Rock
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
14.8 m/s
Water Temp
20.3°C
Visibility
36.5km
Cloud Cover
95%
Wave Period
6.85s
Air Temperature
19.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Carters Rock
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Dive Score Chart for Carters Rock
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.992538631346579/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 17.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.552792792792793/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Carters Rock: 06:00
Sunset at Carters Rock: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Carters Rock 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
10:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.62m (7.55s), Wind: 17.3 m/s
Safest Overall
11:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.6m (7.5s), Wind: 18.4 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 8.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Carters RockAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Carters Rock
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 Carters Rock
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Carters Rock
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Carters Rock
Water Temp
17.7°C / 63.9°F
August
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
January
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Carters Rock
Carters Rock shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.7°C) and December the coldest (2.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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