Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
Located on the northern side of Flat Rock, Turtle Cave is a captivating dive site in Queensland, Australia. With a maximum depth of 30m and a small cave at 10m, this site is suitable for divers of all skill levels. The surrounding reef offers a breathtaking experience, perfect for drift diving along the edges of Flat Rock. Prepare to be amazed by the abundance of large pelagic life that frequents this coastline.
During your dive at Turtle Cave, you can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine species. Keep your eyes peeled for magnificent creatures such as grey nurse sharks, eagle rays, humpback whales, whaler sharks, turtles, groupers, and barracuda. The site is also home to vibrant schools of tropical and sub-tropical fish, as well as colorful nudibranchs.
Turtle Cave boasts a visibility of approximately 15m, allowing for clear underwater exploration. With a maximum depth of 21m, this site offers a comfortable dive experience for beginners. Immerse yourself in the wonders of Australia's coastal waters as you venture into this captivating diving destination.
During your dive at Turtle Cave, you can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine species. Keep your eyes peeled for magnificent creatures such as grey nurse sharks, eagle rays, humpback whales, whaler sharks, turtles, groupers, and barracuda. The site is also home to vibrant schools of tropical and sub-tropical fish, as well as colorful nudibranchs.
Turtle Cave boasts a visibility of approximately 15m, allowing for clear underwater exploration. With a maximum depth of 21m, this site offers a comfortable dive experience for beginners. Immerse yourself in the wonders of Australia's coastal waters as you venture into this captivating diving destination.
Diving Conditions Score for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
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 Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
Depth
21m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
14.9 m/s
Water Temp
21.7°C
Visibility
60.12km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
6.6s
Air Temperature
18.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
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Dive Score Chart for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.237794486215539/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 15.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.642116402116402/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Flat Rock - Turtle Cave : 06:00
Sunset at Flat Rock - Turtle Cave : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Flat Rock - Turtle Cave 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: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.88m (6.65s), Wind: 15.8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 17.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
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 Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
June
Score: 8.6
July
Score: 8.6
August
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
Water Temp
22.3°C / 72.1°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Flat Rock - Turtle Cave
Flat Rock - Turtle Cave follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (22.3°C) and August the coldest (17.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.4m 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). November 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 23, 2026
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