Cliff (26)
Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of the Caribbean as you encounter a diverse array of marine life. Keep an eye out for the enchanting nurse and reef sharks, and if you're lucky, you may even spot graceful eagle rays and majestic turtles gliding through the pristine waters. Additionally, the abundance of fish species such as snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper further enhance the allure of this remarkable dive site.
Cliff offers optimal conditions for underwater exploration, boasting excellent visibility of up to 22 meters. With a maximum depth of 20 meters, this site is well-suited for divers of various skill levels, including beginners. Located in the Netherlands, specifically in Bonaire, it is conveniently close to Dive Friends Bonaire @ HO, situated at Kaya Gob. N. Debrot, Perla Boneriano, Hato, Kralendijk, Bonaire, Netherlands, 1234AB.
Diving Conditions Score for Cliff (26)
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cliff (26)
Depth
20m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Cliff (26)
Wave Height
1.2m
Wind Speed
26.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.2°C
Visibility
17.08km
Cloud Cover
41%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
26.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Cliff (26)
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.101633333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.14m, Wind 25.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.634966666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Cliff (26) 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: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.14m (5.2s), Wind: 25.4 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 23.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cliff (26)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cliff (26)
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 Cliff (26)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cliff (26)
Ideal Conditions for Cliff (26)
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
May
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cliff (26)
Cliff (26) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and December the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.7m 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.7mm 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 23, 2026