Fair Oaks Bridge
Visibility at this dive site is influenced by the flow of the Folsom dam outlet. During the Summer season when the river has a strong current, visibility ranges from 10 to 15 feet. Despite the current, this dive site is definitely a must-visit location for divers. The depth ranges from 20 to 25 feet, providing an exciting diving experience.
Divers exploring this site will have the opportunity to encounter various marine creatures. The common inland lobster, also known as the crawfish, can be spotted during the dive. Additionally, both small and large mouth bass can also be observed in the surrounding waters. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive and unique "I-Phone-Fish" that occasionally makes an appearance.
Located near Fair Oaks Bridge in Sacramento County, California, this dive site offers divers an unforgettable underwater adventure in the United States. With a maximum depth of 5 meters and visibility reaching up to 3 meters, this dive spot is recommended for advanced divers seeking an exhilarating drift diving experience.
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Divers exploring this site will have the opportunity to encounter various marine creatures. The common inland lobster, also known as the crawfish, can be spotted during the dive. Additionally, both small and large mouth bass can also be observed in the surrounding waters. Keep your eyes peeled for the elusive and unique "I-Phone-Fish" that occasionally makes an appearance.
Located near Fair Oaks Bridge in Sacramento County, California, this dive site offers divers an unforgettable underwater adventure in the United States. With a maximum depth of 5 meters and visibility reaching up to 3 meters, this dive spot is recommended for advanced divers seeking an exhilarating drift diving experience.
Join us at divechamp.com to discover and explore this amazing dive site!
Diving Conditions Score for Fair Oaks Bridge
5.5
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Fair Oaks Bridge
Depth
5m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Fair Oaks Bridge
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
14.3 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
68.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
19.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Fair Oaks Bridge
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Dive Score Chart for Fair Oaks Bridge
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.919733333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 9.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.643333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Fair Oaks Bridge : 06:00
Sunset at Fair Oaks Bridge : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Fair Oaks Bridge 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
9:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 9.5 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 7.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Fair Oaks Bridge Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Fair Oaks Bridge
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 Fair Oaks Bridge
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Fair Oaks Bridge
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Fair Oaks Bridge
Water Temp
23.9°C / 75.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Fair Oaks Bridge
Fair Oaks Bridge shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.9°C) and December the coldest (19.9°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 22, 2026
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