Gildenburgh Water
Gildenburgh Water is a fantastic dive site located in the United Kingdom. With a maximum depth of 22m and easy entry and exit points, it caters to divers of all levels. Whether you're a novice or in need of a refresher dive, this site has something for everyone.
One of the highlights of Gildenburgh Water is the presence of several wrecks, including a bus situated at approximately 10m. Exploring these wrecks can offer a unique and thrilling diving experience. Additionally, crayfish are abundant in the area and can be observed on most of the training platforms.
This dive site offers excellent visibility of around 3m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the underwater environment. The maximum depth of 14m makes it suitable for both beginners and advanced divers.
Plan your dive at Gildenburgh Water, conveniently located on Eastrea Road, Whittlesey, Fenland, Cambridgeshire, East of England, England, PE7 2FJ, United Kingdom. Take advantage of the training platforms at various depths and enjoy a memorable diving experience in this picturesque location.
One of the highlights of Gildenburgh Water is the presence of several wrecks, including a bus situated at approximately 10m. Exploring these wrecks can offer a unique and thrilling diving experience. Additionally, crayfish are abundant in the area and can be observed on most of the training platforms.
This dive site offers excellent visibility of around 3m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the underwater environment. The maximum depth of 14m makes it suitable for both beginners and advanced divers.
Plan your dive at Gildenburgh Water, conveniently located on Eastrea Road, Whittlesey, Fenland, Cambridgeshire, East of England, England, PE7 2FJ, United Kingdom. Take advantage of the training platforms at various depths and enjoy a memorable diving experience in this picturesque location.
Diving Conditions Score for Gildenburgh Water
5.3
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Gildenburgh Water
Depth
14m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Gildenburgh Water
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.6 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
41.32km
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
16.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Gildenburgh Water
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Dive Score Chart for Gildenburgh Water
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 6.793333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 12.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.675233333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Gildenburgh Water: 06:00
Sunset at Gildenburgh Water: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Gildenburgh Water 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
7:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 12.6 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10.8 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 6.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Gildenburgh WaterAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Gildenburgh Water
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 Gildenburgh Water
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Gildenburgh Water
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Gildenburgh Water
Water Temp
19.5°C / 67.1°F
July
Visibility
15.9m / 52.2ft
December
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Gildenburgh Water
Gildenburgh Water shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (19.5°C) and December the coldest (0.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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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