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Clown Reef

Immerse Yourself in a Sea of Clown Fish at This Breathtaking Dive Site
Experience the captivating world beneath the surface as you descend into this remarkable dive site. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a stunning landscape resembling a sprawling boulder city on one end and a series of enchanting gullies on the other. Prepare to be mesmerized by the sight of countless vibrant anemones and playful clown fish adorning every corner of this underwater paradise.

Delight in the Diversity of Marine Life Amidst Sandy Gullies and Rocky Bottoms
Explore the intricately woven tapestry of sand gullies and rocky formations, adorned with anemones that surround you at every turn. Here, an abundance of marine life thrives, providing divers with an unforgettable experience. Among the myriad of creatures, the ever-entertaining clown fish capture the spotlight, captivating divers of all levels with their colorful antics.

Enhance Your Dive Experience with Optimal Conditions and Accessibility
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, this site offers excellent conditions for both beginner and advanced divers. Nestled in the captivating waters of Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia, this prime location is easily accessible and promises a captivating underwater adventure like no other.

Discover the Marvels of Underwater Exploration at This Dive Site
Uncover the hidden wonders of Australia's underwater realm as you venture into this dive site teeming with life. Witness a symphony of colors as you navigate through anemone-filled landscapes, accompanied by the playful presence of clown fish. Whether you're a beginner or advanced diver, this dive site promises an unforgettable experience that will leave you awestruck.

Diving Conditions Score for Clown Reef

5.5
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Clown Reef

Depth

14m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Clown Reef

Wave Height

0.8m

Wind Speed

15 m/s

Water Temp

21.1°C

Visibility

56.74km

Cloud Cover

21%

Wave Period

5.85s

Air Temperature

17.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Clown Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Clown Reef

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.494166666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 8.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.608411111111111/10.

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

Sunrise at Clown Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Clown Reef: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Clown Reef 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
10:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.7m (6.4s), Wind: 8.3 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 11.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Clown Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Clown Reef

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 Clown Reef

Summer

Avg. Score: 8.6/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Clown Reef

July
Score: 8.7
June
Score: 8.6
August
Score: 8.6

Ideal Conditions for Clown Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.5°C / 70.7°F

March

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.3m / 43.6ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.5m / 4.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Clown Reef

Clown Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (21.5°C) and July the coldest (14.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.5m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026

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