Fish Soup N/W Rock
Located just north of North Solitary Island, this dive site provides an exhilarating underwater experience with its mesmerizing fish diversity. With a maximum depth of approximately 15 meters and an average depth of 10 meters, it is ideal to explore this breathtaking site under calm swell conditions. As you swim through a split in the rock, you will be greeted by expansive boulders, enticing swim-throughs, and a vibrant array of fish species.
Prepare to be amazed by the flourishing schools of bream and goatfish that are always present at this site. Moreover, you may encounter magnificent creatures such as grey nurse sharks, jewfish, mangrove jack, giant cod, and an impressive assortment of pelagic species.
This remarkable dive site boasts a visibility of up to 15 meters, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the underwater world. With a maximum depth of 17 meters, it caters to divers of all skill levels, including beginners. Situated in Australia, specifically in New South Wales, this location offers convenient proximity for divers seeking extraordinary adventures.
Experience the wonders of this underwater paradise, and come explore the captivating dive site that awaits you.
Prepare to be amazed by the flourishing schools of bream and goatfish that are always present at this site. Moreover, you may encounter magnificent creatures such as grey nurse sharks, jewfish, mangrove jack, giant cod, and an impressive assortment of pelagic species.
This remarkable dive site boasts a visibility of up to 15 meters, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of the underwater world. With a maximum depth of 17 meters, it caters to divers of all skill levels, including beginners. Situated in Australia, specifically in New South Wales, this location offers convenient proximity for divers seeking extraordinary adventures.
Experience the wonders of this underwater paradise, and come explore the captivating dive site that awaits you.
Diving Conditions Score for Fish Soup N/W Rock
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Fish Soup N/W Rock
Depth
17m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Fish Soup N/W Rock
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
23.3 m/s
Water Temp
20.7°C
Visibility
46.76km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
6.95s
Air Temperature
19.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Fish Soup N/W Rock
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Dive Score Chart for Fish Soup N/W Rock
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.022961904761905/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 23.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.649127272727273/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Fish Soup N/W Rock: 06:00
Sunset at Fish Soup N/W Rock: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Fish Soup N/W Rock 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
17:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.84m (7.35s), Wind: 23.6 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 23.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Fish Soup N/W RockAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Fish Soup N/W Rock
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 Fish Soup N/W Rock
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Fish Soup N/W Rock
June
Score: 8.5
July
Score: 8.5
August
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Fish Soup N/W Rock
Water Temp
21.2°C / 70.2°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Fish Soup N/W Rock
Fish Soup N/W Rock follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (21.2°C) and August the coldest (16.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.7m 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). June 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 - Jul 2, 2026
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