Cherubs Cave
Experience the thrill of encountering pelagic species such as barracuda, kingfish, and trevally as they gracefully patrol the area. Prepare to be mesmerized by the graceful presence of turtles, gropers, and wobbegong sharks. Additionally, don't miss the chance to witness the majestic gathering of grey nurse sharks in the gutters of Cherub's Cave.
With its impressive size, measuring approximately 20 by 15 meters, Cherub's Cave offers a unique circular structure featuring six exits. Embark on a "choose-your-own-adventure" style dive as you explore this captivating underwater realm. Surrounding the cave, you'll find a network of rocky gullies, smaller caves, and intriguing overhangs waiting to be explored.
Optimal diving conditions await you at Cherub's Cave with a visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters. This dive site is recommended for advanced divers seeking an unforgettable experience. Located near Eagers Creek - Blue Lagoon Road in Queensland, Australia, Cherub's Cave is easily accessible for divers looking for an incredible underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Cherubs Cave
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cherubs Cave
Depth
26m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cherubs Cave
Wave Height
1.04m
Wind Speed
21.5 m/s
Water Temp
19.2°C
Visibility
55.98km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
5.8s
Air Temperature
20.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cherubs Cave
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 6.855533333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 18.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.977918309859155/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cherubs Cave 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: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.76m (7.1s), Wind: 18.8 m/s
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.06m (6.1s), Wind: 18.3 m/s
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 18.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cherubs Cave Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cherubs Cave
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 Cherubs Cave
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Cherubs Cave
Ideal Conditions for Cherubs Cave
Water Temp
22.2°C / 72.0°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cherubs Cave
Cherubs Cave follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (22.2°C) and July the coldest (16.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 0.0mm 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 - Jul 4, 2026