Freeport Bahamas
Book a thrilling shark-specific dive or opt for a dolphin-specific dive to get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures. Freeport offers a range of dive experiences to suit your preferences. From curious bottlenose dolphins to Caribbean reef sharks, black-tip reef sharks, huge southern stingrays, and an abundance of colorful Caribbean reef fish, the marine life here is diverse and awe-inspiring.
With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, Freeport provides optimal conditions for an unforgettable diving experience. The recommended diver level ranges from beginners to advanced, ensuring that divers of all skill levels can explore the underwater wonders that Freeport has to offer.
Located near the Ocean Reef Yacht Club & Resort on Louise Lane, Freeport is easily accessible for divers. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Freeport's underwater world and create memories that will last a lifetime. Plan your dive trip to Freeport now and discover the enchanting depths of The Bahamas.
Diving Conditions Score for Freeport Bahamas
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Freeport Bahamas
Depth
16m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Freeport Bahamas
Wave Height
0.44m
Wind Speed
21.1 m/s
Water Temp
29.4°C
Visibility
18.1km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
3.5s
Air Temperature
27.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Freeport Bahamas
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.014285714285712/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.36m, Wind 17.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.652433333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Freeport Bahamas 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: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.36m (3.5s), Wind: 17.1 m/s
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.36m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Freeport BahamasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Freeport Bahamas
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 Freeport Bahamas
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Freeport Bahamas
Ideal Conditions for Freeport Bahamas
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
June
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
November
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Freeport Bahamas
Freeport Bahamas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.2°C) and January the coldest (17.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.7m 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.5mm 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 18, 2026