Dive Newquay
At Dive Newquay, we take pride in our knowledgeable and experienced team of Instructors. Many of them are qualified Marine Biologists and active conservationists, with up-to-date, localized knowledge about the diverse marine species that inhabit our area. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, our team is here to ensure you have a safe and educational dive experience.
Conveniently located in Newquay town centre, just 1 mile away from Newquay Harbour, we are in an ideal position to explore the local reefs and wrecks with our Dive Boat. There is no better place to learn and improve your diving skills than here at Dive Newquay. We offer a comprehensive range of diving programs designed to fit your schedule, including Try Scuba Dive experiences for half-day adventures, and the SSI Open Water Diver program over 4 days.
Looking to specialize in a specific area of diving? Dive Newquay has got you covered. Our specialty programs include Deep Diver, Wreck Diver, Enriched Air Nitrox, Night Diver, and Dry Suit Diver. For those seeking more advanced diving experiences, we offer technical diving programs such as Extended Range (XR) 45m, Technical Extended Range (TXR) 60m, and the option to explore bubble-free with the Poseidon Closed Circuit Rebreather (CCR).
If you're passionate about diving and want to turn it into a profession, Dive Newquay offers an annual Instructor Training Course that can help you achieve your goals. We welcome divers of all ages, and even have a weekly Scuba Rangers kids club for aspiring young divers starting from 8 years old.
To find out more about our diving programs and facilities, please feel free to get in touch with us. You can reach us by phone at 01637 876222 or via email at info@divenewquay.com. We look forward to providing you with an unforgettable diving experience in the stunning waters of Newquay.
Diving Conditions Score for Dive Newquay
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dive Newquay
Depth
10m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Dive Newquay
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
10.1 m/s
Water Temp
20.8°C
Visibility
36.72km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
8.2s
Air Temperature
23.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Dive Newquay
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.779181636726547/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.74m, Wind 0.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.055591397849462/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Dive Newquay 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: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.74m (8.35s), Wind: 0.7 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dive NewquayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dive Newquay
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 Dive Newquay
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Dive Newquay
Ideal Conditions for Dive Newquay
Water Temp
17.5°C / 63.5°F
August
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
January
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dive Newquay
Dive Newquay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.5°C) and December the coldest (2.3°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 10, 2026