Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
Discover the captivating Coral Gardens dive site located on Lady Elliot Island in Australia's Coral Sea. Immerse yourself in a captivating underwater landscape adorned with vibrant corals, forming a mesmerizing kaleidoscope of colors. Witness the graceful movements of sea turtles gracefully gliding by and be amazed by the vibrant schools of tropical fish, adding bursts of color to the oceanic backdrop. Delve deeper into the depths of the site, where curious reef sharks patrol their territory, creating an exhilarating experience for divers.
The Coral Gardens dive site boasts excellent visibility, with clear waters offering a visibility of 16 meters. With a maximum depth of 16 meters, this site is ideal for divers of all levels, including beginners. Situated on Lady Elliot Island, near Noddy Lane in the Gladstone Regional of Queensland, Australia, this close-knit location is easily accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Experience the wonders of the Coral Gardens dive site and marvel at the diverse marine life that awaits beneath the surface. Whether you are a novice explorer or an experienced diver, this site promises an enriching and memorable diving experience in the heart of the Coral Sea.
The Coral Gardens dive site boasts excellent visibility, with clear waters offering a visibility of 16 meters. With a maximum depth of 16 meters, this site is ideal for divers of all levels, including beginners. Situated on Lady Elliot Island, near Noddy Lane in the Gladstone Regional of Queensland, Australia, this close-knit location is easily accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Experience the wonders of the Coral Gardens dive site and marvel at the diverse marine life that awaits beneath the surface. Whether you are a novice explorer or an experienced diver, this site promises an enriching and memorable diving experience in the heart of the Coral Sea.
Diving Conditions Score for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
6.2
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
Depth
16m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
Wave Height
1.14m
Wind Speed
32.5 m/s
Water Temp
22.8°C
Visibility
16.4km
Cloud Cover
22%
Wave Period
5.05s
Air Temperature
19.7°C
Precipitation
0.3 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
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Dive Score Chart for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.0155/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 30.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.5488333333333335/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island: 06:00
Sunset at Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island 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
15:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.06m (5.15s), Wind: 30.5 m/s
Safest Overall
10:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.96m (5.6s), Wind: 25.4 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 27.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot IslandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
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 Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
Water Temp
22.4°C / 72.3°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island
Coral Gardens - Lady Elliot Island follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.4°C) and December the coldest (18.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January 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 - Jun 22, 2026
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