Dry Rocks East
This small pinnacle showcases a wide array of schooling fish and provides an opportunity to encounter pelagic species like sharks and eagle rays passing by. The primary dive site ranges from 6 - 21 meters, and the rocky walls and boulders create picturesque scenery for divers of all skill levels to appreciate. A beloved spot among locals!
Get ready to swim alongside schools of Sergeant Majors, Grunts, Goatfish, Snappers, Horse Eye Jacks, Black Durgeons, Squirrelfish, Chromis, and more!
Visibility at this site is approximately 14 meters, with a maximum depth of 12 meters. Divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert, will find this location suitable for exploration. Located in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, it is conveniently near Road Town, VG 1110, British Virgin Islands.
Get ready to swim alongside schools of Sergeant Majors, Grunts, Goatfish, Snappers, Horse Eye Jacks, Black Durgeons, Squirrelfish, Chromis, and more!
Visibility at this site is approximately 14 meters, with a maximum depth of 12 meters. Divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert, will find this location suitable for exploration. Located in the beautiful British Virgin Islands, it is conveniently near Road Town, VG 1110, British Virgin Islands.
Diving Conditions Score for Dry Rocks East
7.2
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dry Rocks East
Depth
12m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Dry Rocks East
Wave Height
1.62m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
28.1°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
5.55s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dry Rocks East
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Dive Score Chart for Dry Rocks East
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.766666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.62m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.266666666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Dry Rocks East: 06:00
Sunset at Dry Rocks East: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Dry Rocks East 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: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.62m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.62m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dry Rocks EastAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dry Rocks East
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 Dry Rocks East
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 Dry Rocks East
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Dry Rocks East
Water Temp
21.8°C / 71.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dry Rocks East
Dry Rocks East shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.8°C) and December the coldest (17.8°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
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