Dolphin (Wreck)
Dolphin, a dive site located in the waters of the Dominican Republic, is a popular choice for divers of advanced and expert levels. This easily accessible wreck rests on the sandy seabed at a depth of 26/30m, with a convenient descent line fixed on one side. The dive offers a serene and calming experience, with the presence of small coral heads adding to the tranquility.
Throughout the dive, divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including surgeons fish, snappers, and angelfish. Additionally, there is a possibility of spotting cuttlefish, morays, and barracudas, which adds excitement to the exploration.
With a favorable visibility of 20m and a maximum depth of 27m, Dolphin provides divers with a memorable underwater adventure. Located close to El Portillo, Las Terrenas, Samaná, 3400, Dominican Republic, this dive site offers convenient access for enthusiasts seeking to explore the wonders of the Dominican Republic's underwater world.
Throughout the dive, divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life, including surgeons fish, snappers, and angelfish. Additionally, there is a possibility of spotting cuttlefish, morays, and barracudas, which adds excitement to the exploration.
With a favorable visibility of 20m and a maximum depth of 27m, Dolphin provides divers with a memorable underwater adventure. Located close to El Portillo, Las Terrenas, Samaná, 3400, Dominican Republic, this dive site offers convenient access for enthusiasts seeking to explore the wonders of the Dominican Republic's underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Dolphin (Wreck)
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dolphin (Wreck)
Depth
27m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Dolphin (Wreck)
Wave Height
1.2m
Wind Speed
12.3 m/s
Water Temp
28.4°C
Visibility
29.56km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.45s
Air Temperature
27.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dolphin (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Dolphin (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.519833333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 2.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.872533333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Dolphin (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Dolphin (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Dolphin (Wreck) 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.94m (5.9s), Wind: 2.8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.96m, Wind: 4.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dolphin (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dolphin (Wreck)
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 Dolphin (Wreck)
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 Dolphin (Wreck)
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Dolphin (Wreck)
Water Temp
21.9°C / 71.4°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dolphin (Wreck)
Dolphin (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.9°C) and December the coldest (17.9°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
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