Carval Rock
But it's not just the sennet that you can expect to see here. The exposed rock face and surrounding boulders attract larger pelagic species, including reef sharks, barracuda, and mackerel. Keep your eyes peeled as you explore the depths of this site, as Caribbean Reef Sharks are frequently spotted in the area.
In addition to the impressive shark sightings, this dive site boasts an abundance of other marine species. Look out for vibrant schools of Bermuda Chub, Creole Wrasse, Black Durgeons, and Sergeant Majors, as well as a variety of colorful reef fish. The visibility at this site is excellent, reaching up to 15 meters, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the mesmerizing underwater world.
With a maximum depth of 18 meters, this dive site offers a thrilling adventure for advanced divers seeking a more challenging experience. Located in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, this dive spot is conveniently close to Road Town, VG 1110. Immerse yourself in the captivating marine life of this stunning dive site and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Diving Conditions Score for Carval Rock
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Carval Rock
Depth
18m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Carval Rock
Wave Height
1.38m
Wind Speed
26 m/s
Water Temp
28.4°C
Visibility
35.6km
Cloud Cover
89%
Wave Period
5.75s
Air Temperature
28.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Carval Rock
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.843333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.32m, Wind 29 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.606566666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Carval 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.
Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.32m (5.35s), Wind: 29 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 25.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Carval RockAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Carval 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 Carval Rock
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Carval Rock
Ideal Conditions for Carval Rock
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
July
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
June
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Carval Rock
Carval Rock shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.4m 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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 - Jul 4, 2026