Cawsand Bay
Cawsand and Kingsand Bay, situated on the western side of Plymouth Sound in Cornwall, are excellent options for shore dives. Conveniently, there is parking available just 200m from the beach. For those seeking a more adventurous experience, the outcrop of Cawsand near the old boat slipway provides an exciting drift dive as the current moves out of the bay.
Underwater, divers will encounter a sandy bottom complemented by rocky outcrops, creating a diverse and fascinating seabed. The marine life in these bays is abundant, showcasing a range of species including flat fish, crabs, pipe worms, and burrowing anemones.
With a visibility of approximately 5m and a maximum depth of 9m, Cawsand and Kingsand Bay cater to both beginner and advanced divers. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or looking to hone your skills, these dive sites offer a memorable experience.
Located at The Earl's Drive, Maker-with-Rame, Cawsand, Cornwall, South West England, England, PL10 1PJ, United Kingdom, these dive spots in the United Kingdom are easily accessible and provide an opportunity to explore the underwater wonders of Cornwall's waters.
Underwater, divers will encounter a sandy bottom complemented by rocky outcrops, creating a diverse and fascinating seabed. The marine life in these bays is abundant, showcasing a range of species including flat fish, crabs, pipe worms, and burrowing anemones.
With a visibility of approximately 5m and a maximum depth of 9m, Cawsand and Kingsand Bay cater to both beginner and advanced divers. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or looking to hone your skills, these dive sites offer a memorable experience.
Located at The Earl's Drive, Maker-with-Rame, Cawsand, Cornwall, South West England, England, PL10 1PJ, United Kingdom, these dive spots in the United Kingdom are easily accessible and provide an opportunity to explore the underwater wonders of Cornwall's waters.
Diving Conditions Score for Cawsand Bay
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cawsand Bay
Depth
9m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Cawsand Bay
Wave Height
0.74m
Wind Speed
19.4 m/s
Water Temp
16.5°C
Visibility
53.7km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
3.75s
Air Temperature
23.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cawsand Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Cawsand Bay
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.08/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 22.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.08687074829932/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cawsand Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Cawsand Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cawsand 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
0:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.36m (4.9s), Wind: 9 m/s
Safest Overall
16:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.78m (4.1s), Wind: 26.6 m/s
Best Day
10:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.78m, Wind: 22.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cawsand BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cawsand 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 Cawsand Bay
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cawsand Bay
January
Score: 8.7
December
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Cawsand Bay
Water Temp
18.2°C / 64.8°F
August
Visibility
15.4m / 50.5ft
January
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cawsand Bay
Cawsand Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (18.2°C) and December the coldest (2.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.9m 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). August 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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