Edmonds Underwater Park
Recognized as a no-take zone by the Washington State DFW, Edmonds Underwater Park ensures the preservation of its marine life and ecosystem. With over 25,000 visits from divers, this underwater park offers a unique and enriching experience for diving enthusiasts.
Safety is a top priority at Edmonds Underwater Park. The park provides buoys, underwater trails, and signage to aid divers in navigation. Boats are kept out of the park to ensure the safety of divers, thanks to the strategically placed buoys that clearly define the boundaries of the diving area.
Maintenance efforts at Edmonds Underwater Park focus on the repair and upkeep of park features for both divers and marine life. These efforts aim to enhance the diversity of marine species and provide an optimal diving experience. Notable improvements include the development of rockfish habitat and features specifically designed to attract divers to the north side of the park.
Edmonds Underwater Park offers a maximum depth of 9m, making it suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners. The visibility in the water is around 5m, providing an opportunity to observe the underwater world with clarity. Located at 50 Sunset Avenue North, Edmonds, Snohomish County, Washington, 98020, United States, this dive site is easily accessible for divers throughout the country.
Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, Edmonds Underwater Park is a remarkable dive site that showcases the beauty and diversity of Washington's underwater ecosystem. Plan your visit today and immerse yourself in an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Edmonds Underwater Park
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Edmonds Underwater Park
Depth
9m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Edmonds Underwater Park
Wave Height
0.06m
Wind Speed
11.8 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
33.2km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2s
Air Temperature
17.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Edmonds Underwater Park
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.877618518518519/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.04m, Wind 7.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.423333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Edmonds Underwater Park 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.04m (1.8s), Wind: 7.6 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.14m (2.2s), Wind: 6.1 m/s
Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 4.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Edmonds Underwater ParkAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Edmonds Underwater Park
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 Edmonds Underwater Park
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Edmonds Underwater Park
Ideal Conditions for Edmonds Underwater Park
Water Temp
17.7°C / 63.9°F
August
Visibility
15.8m / 51.8ft
February
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Edmonds Underwater Park
Edmonds Underwater Park shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.7°C) and December the coldest (-0.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 14, 2026