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Devils Point

Welcome to a remarkable diving destination in Waikato, New Zealand - an ideal country for deep diving enthusiasts. Prepare to immerse yourself in an awe-inspiring underwater experience characterized by a gentle current along the outer pin, which gradually drops off after reaching 30 meters. As you approach the middle pin, you'll encounter a belly that rises to 5-8 meters, providing an excellent location for safety stops. On your way to humbug bay, be prepared to explore an area abundant in boulders, with deep crevices and caves.

This captivating dive site offers an array of marine wonders, including boulders, rocky areas adorned with small kelp outcrops, and a vibrant ecosystem teeming with diverse fish life. Visitors can frequently spot majestic kingfish and playful dolphins, adding to the allure of this underwater paradise.

Here, you'll find three distinct dive sites suited for various levels of expertise. For beginners, Devils backside offers a fantastic diving experience, while those seeking more advanced challenges can explore Devils Point. And for divers of all skill levels, Devils Caves provides an enchanting environment to discover.

With visibility reaching up to 6 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, this diving destination promises unforgettable underwater exploration. Discover the beauty and rich biodiversity of this exceptional location, perfect for beginner, advanced, and expert divers alike.

Optimize your dive adventure in New Zealand, and unlock the mysteries hidden beneath its waters.

Diving Conditions Score for Devils Point

6.1
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Devils Point

Depth

14m

Visibility

6m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Devils Point

Wave Height

1.04m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

16.8°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

5.55s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Devils Point
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Dive Score Chart for Devils Point

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.039999999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.539999999999999/10.

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

Sunrise at Devils Point: 06:00
Sunset at Devils Point: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Devils Point 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
6:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.04m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Devils Point
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Devils Point

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 Devils Point

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.8/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Devils Point

July
Score: 9.9
June
Score: 9.8
August
Score: 9.7

Ideal Conditions for Devils Point

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.7°C / 74.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Devils Point

Devils Point follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.7°C) and December the coldest (19.7°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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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