Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
Cod Hole: The Famous Dive Site for Divers in Australia
Discover the world-renowned dive site, Cod Hole, situated approximately 96 kilometers north of Cairns in Australia. As part of the stunning Ribbon Reefs, this location boasts an array of captivating marine life, including the renowned potato cod. These friendly giants, weighing up to a staggering 100 kilograms, have grown accustomed to divers over the past three decades.
A Biodiverse Paradise for Divers
Immerse yourself in a biodiverse paradise at Cod Hole. Brace yourself for a visual feast as you encounter vibrant coral reefs, majestic cod, tropical fish in all colors of the rainbow, graceful sea turtles, elusive moray eels, reef sharks, mesmerizing manta rays, and an abundance of fascinating marine flora and fauna.
Enhanced by its optimal visibility of 22 meters and maximum depth of 18 meters, Cod Hole provides an ideal diving experience for beginners and experienced divers alike. Soak in the natural wonders of this Australian dive site, perfectly suited to cater to divers of all levels.
Discover the world-renowned dive site, Cod Hole, situated approximately 96 kilometers north of Cairns in Australia. As part of the stunning Ribbon Reefs, this location boasts an array of captivating marine life, including the renowned potato cod. These friendly giants, weighing up to a staggering 100 kilograms, have grown accustomed to divers over the past three decades.
A Biodiverse Paradise for Divers
Immerse yourself in a biodiverse paradise at Cod Hole. Brace yourself for a visual feast as you encounter vibrant coral reefs, majestic cod, tropical fish in all colors of the rainbow, graceful sea turtles, elusive moray eels, reef sharks, mesmerizing manta rays, and an abundance of fascinating marine flora and fauna.
Enhanced by its optimal visibility of 22 meters and maximum depth of 18 meters, Cod Hole provides an ideal diving experience for beginners and experienced divers alike. Soak in the natural wonders of this Australian dive site, perfectly suited to cater to divers of all levels.
Diving Conditions Score for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
Depth
18m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
Wave Height
1.58m
Wind Speed
40.3 m/s
Water Temp
25.2°C
Visibility
23.52km
Cloud Cover
88%
Wave Period
6.7s
Air Temperature
24.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.7468/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.4m, Wind 41.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.201433333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 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.
Best Overall
9:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.4m (5.95s), Wind: 41.8 m/s
Safest Overall
7:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.38m (5.9s), Wind: 39.2 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.38m, Wind: 37.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 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 Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.5
August
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
September
Wave Height
2.5m / 8.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef
Cod Hole - Ribbon No 10 Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.6°C) and July the coldest (23.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). September is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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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