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Cornelius Bay

Discover the captivating dive site located to the left of the Sea Aquarium, an ideal spot for underwater enthusiasts. While reaching the site may require a bit of effort and a small ascent, the rewarding experience below the surface is certainly worth it. As you enter the water from the shore, be mindful of the shallow elkhorn coral formations that add to the beauty of this location.

Immerse yourself in a vibrant marine ecosystem teeming with an abundance of reef fish species, including angelfish, snapper, parrotfish, trunkfish, and trumpetfish. Amidst the vast expanse of the underwater landscape, you'll encounter magnificent elkhorn coral formations and an array of captivating sponges.

With excellent visibility extending up to 25 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive site offers an unforgettable adventure for both beginner and advanced divers alike. Situated in the Netherlands, close to Curacao Ocean Resort, Bapor Kibra, Steen Wijk, Koraal Specht, and Willemstad, this hidden gem invites you to explore the captivating waters of Curacao, Netherlands.

Diving Conditions Score for Cornelius Bay

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Cornelius Bay

Depth

19m

Visibility

25m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Cornelius Bay

Wave Height

0.8m

Wind Speed

23.4 m/s

Water Temp

27°C

Visibility

34.28km

Cloud Cover

85%

Wave Period

3.85s

Air Temperature

30.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cornelius Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Cornelius Bay

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.366333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.68m, Wind 20.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.903633333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Cornelius Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Cornelius Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cornelius Bay 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
7:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.68m (3.85s), Wind: 20.5 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.66m (3.8s), Wind: 20.3 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.64m, Wind: 20.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cornelius Bay
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cornelius Bay

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 Cornelius Bay

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.3/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Cornelius Bay

January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.3
March
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for Cornelius Bay

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

September

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.6m / 38.1ft

September

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.2m / 7.2ft

October

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cornelius Bay

Cornelius Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.4°C) and December the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 2.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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 0.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during October to December, 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 11, 2026

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