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Dicksons Pinnacle

A trip to Havelock Island is incomplete without diving at Dixon's Pinnacle. These renowned underwater formations were first discovered by a local Andaman instructor named Dickson and have since become one of the most sought-after dive sites in the area.

Dixon's Pinnacle is teeming with a wide variety of vibrant hard and soft corals, creating a colorful underwater spectacle. The pinnacles are surrounded by an abundance of fish, ranging from small species to larger schools.

As Dixon's Pinnacle is located in the open ocean, it attracts a diverse array of marine life. This site serves as a cleaning station, occasionally hosting Manta rays and other majestic species of rays. A massive group of Barracuda, schools of Trevally, Napolean wrasses, Triggerfish, and even a resident Green turtle can be found here. Every direction you look, there is a captivating underwater scene, providing a sensory experience like no other. Among the fascinating marine inhabitants is the captivating juvenile Emperor Angelfish, often considered one of the most enchanting small fish in the water.

With a visibility of 14m and a maximum depth of 27m, Dixon's Pinnacle offers a thrilling diving experience. It is recommended for advanced and expert divers. Located in India, this dive site is easily accessible for those seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure nearby.

Diving Conditions Score for Dicksons Pinnacle

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 Dicksons Pinnacle

Depth

27m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Dicksons Pinnacle

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dicksons Pinnacle
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Dive Score Chart for Dicksons Pinnacle

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Dicksons Pinnacle: 06:00
Sunset at Dicksons Pinnacle: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Dicksons Pinnacle 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: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Dicksons Pinnacle
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dicksons Pinnacle

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 Dicksons Pinnacle

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for Dicksons Pinnacle

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Dicksons Pinnacle

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.2°C / 70.2°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Dicksons Pinnacle

Dicksons Pinnacle shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.2°C) and December the coldest (17.2°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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