Datura
Conveniently situated near Windjammer Resort on Datura Avenue, El Prado Park offers easy beach access with amenities like fresh water showers, a garden hose, and a comfortable bench designed with divers in mind. With cutouts specifically crafted for tanks, you'll have everything you need to prepare for your dive.
Once you reach the swim buoy, get ready to explore the wonders that await you. Stretching eastward for approximately 100 yards, this dive site is a true hidden gem. Immerse yourself in the honeycomb reef structure adorned with beautiful coral heads. As you navigate through the crystal-clear waters, you'll also encounter remnants of the Bio Rock project, enhancing the natural beauty of the area.
For those who prefer snorkeling, El Prado Park offers an exciting snorkel trail. Along this trail, you'll come across intriguing spots including cannons, a rock structure, and an anchor. These features add an extra touch of excitement to your underwater adventure.
With a maximum depth of 6 meters and visibility up to 8 meters, El Prado Park is an ideal dive site for beginners. Its accessible location and captivating underwater landscape make it a must-visit destination for divers and snorkelers of all skill levels.
Come and discover the wonders of El Prado Park in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Explore the vibrant marine life, marvel at the fascinating reef structures, and create unforgettable memories in this enchanting underwater realm.
Diving Conditions Score for Datura
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Datura
Depth
6m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Datura
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
15.5 m/s
Water Temp
31°C
Visibility
2.8km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
30.7°C
Precipitation
3.8 mm
Dive Score Chart for Datura
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.085/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.351166666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Datura 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.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.3 m/s
Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for DaturaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Datura
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 Datura
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Datura
Ideal Conditions for Datura
Water Temp
22.6°C / 72.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Datura
Datura shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.6°C) and December the coldest (18.6°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 21, 2026