Dane Rock
Dane Rock, located near Newquay Harbour in the United Kingdom, is a fantastic dive site for beginners. This shallow reef site has a maximum depth of 8m, making it an ideal location for entry-level diver training.
Divers visiting Dane Rock will have the opportunity to spot a variety of marine life, including stalked jellyfish, crabs, sea stars, nudibranchs, wrasse species, pollack, bass, and more. With a visibility of 7m, divers will have a clear view of the underwater wonders at this site.
For those looking to explore deeper waters, Dane Rock offers a maximum depth of 14m to cater to divers of all levels. Whether you're just starting your diving journey or looking for a new underwater adventure, Dane Rock is a must-visit dive site.
Plan your dive at Dane Rock today and experience the beauty of this underwater paradise close to The Huer's Hut, King Edward Crescent, Trenance, Newquay, Cornwall, South West England, England, TR7, United Kingdom.
Divers visiting Dane Rock will have the opportunity to spot a variety of marine life, including stalked jellyfish, crabs, sea stars, nudibranchs, wrasse species, pollack, bass, and more. With a visibility of 7m, divers will have a clear view of the underwater wonders at this site.
For those looking to explore deeper waters, Dane Rock offers a maximum depth of 14m to cater to divers of all levels. Whether you're just starting your diving journey or looking for a new underwater adventure, Dane Rock is a must-visit dive site.
Plan your dive at Dane Rock today and experience the beauty of this underwater paradise close to The Huer's Hut, King Edward Crescent, Trenance, Newquay, Cornwall, South West England, England, TR7, United Kingdom.
Diving Conditions Score for Dane Rock
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dane Rock
Depth
14m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Dane Rock
Wave Height
0.54m
Wind Speed
7.9 m/s
Water Temp
19.8°C
Visibility
25.52km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6.65s
Air Temperature
16.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dane Rock
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Dive Score Chart for Dane Rock
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.655886524822694/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 8.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.42662039800995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Dane Rock: 06:00
Sunset at Dane Rock: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Dane Rock 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.66m (7.05s), Wind: 8.3 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 7.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dane RockAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dane Rock
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 Dane Rock
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Dane Rock
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Dane Rock
Water Temp
17.8°C / 64.0°F
August
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
January
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dane Rock
Dane Rock shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.8°C) and December the coldest (2.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 - Jul 7, 2026
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