Eastern Kings
Located near Devil's Point, Eastern Kings is an ideal dive site for both shore and boat diving in the United Kingdom. While a boat cover is advisable, shore diving is possible, as there is a sloping cliff that reaches a maximum depth of 40m. Divers are encouraged to explore this site during high water, preferably during neap tides.
The cliff at Eastern Kings is teeming with marine life, including hydroids, bryozoans, anemones, and sea squirts. Divers will also discover numerous caves and crevices that provide refuge for various fish and crustaceans. To fully appreciate the underwater scenery, it is recommended to bring a torch, as the upper water layer may be dark due to sediment.
With a visibility of 5m and a maximum depth of 23m, Eastern Kings is best suited for advanced divers who are comfortable navigating in slightly lower visibility conditions. This dive site is conveniently situated close to The Camber, Camber Road, Stonehouse, Plymouth, South West England, England, PL1 3RT, United Kingdom. Experience the wonders of Eastern Kings and explore the fascinating underwater world it offers.
The cliff at Eastern Kings is teeming with marine life, including hydroids, bryozoans, anemones, and sea squirts. Divers will also discover numerous caves and crevices that provide refuge for various fish and crustaceans. To fully appreciate the underwater scenery, it is recommended to bring a torch, as the upper water layer may be dark due to sediment.
With a visibility of 5m and a maximum depth of 23m, Eastern Kings is best suited for advanced divers who are comfortable navigating in slightly lower visibility conditions. This dive site is conveniently situated close to The Camber, Camber Road, Stonehouse, Plymouth, South West England, England, PL1 3RT, United Kingdom. Experience the wonders of Eastern Kings and explore the fascinating underwater world it offers.
Diving Conditions Score for Eastern Kings
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Eastern Kings
Depth
23m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Eastern Kings
Wave Height
0.78m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
17.3°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
4.15s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Eastern Kings
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Dive Score Chart for Eastern Kings
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.516666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.016666666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Eastern Kings: 06:00
Sunset at Eastern Kings: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Eastern Kings 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: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.78m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.78m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Eastern KingsAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Eastern Kings
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 Eastern Kings
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 Eastern Kings
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 9.9
Ideal Conditions for Eastern Kings
Water Temp
25.0°C / 77.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Eastern Kings
Eastern Kings shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (25.0°C) and December the coldest (21.0°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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