Devils Point
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
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
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
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.
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.
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.04m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Devils PointAlpha
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
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Devils Point
Ideal Conditions for Devils Point
Water Temp
23.7°C / 74.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026