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Cement Plant

The Cement Plant is one of the premier dive sites on the stunning West Coast of Barbados. With a maximum depth of 30ft and excellent visibility of 11m, this site is perfect for divers of all levels, from beginners to experts.

The unique feature of the Cement Plant is its easy navigation, allowing divers to explore from North to South and even venture into the East if desired. Underneath the surface, divers can encounter a variety of fascinating marine life, including the iconic Seahorse. Other notable sightings at this site include Lobster, Tarpon, Octopus, Turtle, Stingray, and Lionfish.

Whether you're an experienced underwater photographer or a beginner looking to capture the beauty of the underwater world, the Cement Plant offers incredible opportunities for stunning shots. Explore the diverse marine ecosystem and capture breathtaking moments in this popular dive site.

Located close to Half Moon Fort, Fustic, Checker Hall, and Saint Lucy, the Cement Plant provides convenient access for divers visiting Barbados. Immerse yourself in the rich underwater wonders of this top-rated dive site and create unforgettable memories in the crystal-clear waters of Barbados.

Diving Conditions Score for Cement Plant

7.4
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Cement Plant

Depth

10m

Visibility

11m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Cement Plant

Wave Height

1.62m

Wind Speed

26.2 m/s

Water Temp

28.2°C

Visibility

19.96km

Cloud Cover

98%

Wave Period

6.25s

Air Temperature

27.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cement Plant
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Dive Score Chart for Cement Plant

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 6.655633333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.66m, Wind 28.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.191800000000001/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Cement Plant: 06:00
Sunset at Cement Plant: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cement Plant 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.

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Best Overall
13:00

Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.66m (6.4s), Wind: 28.7 m/s

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Safest Overall
9:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.66m (6.45s), Wind: 25.9 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.78m, Wind: 30.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cement Plant
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cement Plant

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 Cement Plant

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Cement Plant

January
Score: 9.3
February
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for Cement Plant

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.5m / 37.7ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.0m / 6.6ft

September

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cement Plant

Cement Plant shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (22.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 2.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.6mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 15, 2026

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