Ginnie Springs
Located in Florida, Ginnie Springs is renowned as one of the top spring diving destinations in the United States. This dive site offers certified scuba divers three distinct and captivating locations to explore: The Ginnie Ballroom, The Devil's Spring System, and the Santa Fe River.
Underwater, divers will have the opportunity to encounter a variety of Florida's iconic spring fish, including bluegill, bass, cichlids, catfish, and tilapia. During the winter months, there is also the possibility of encountering alligators, turtles, and manatees.
Diving in Ginnie Springs provides an exceptional experience as the crystal-clear water is replenished daily by millions of gallons of fresh spring water. This makes it an ideal spot for both technical cave and cavern divers seeking a pristine and visually stunning environment.
With a visibility of 22m and a maximum depth of 13m, Ginnie Springs offers a challenge suited for advanced and expert level divers. Its close proximity to Ginnie Spring, located on Northeast 60th Avenue in Gilchrist County, Florida, further adds to its allure.
Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of Ginnie Springs and indulge in an unforgettable diving adventure.
Underwater, divers will have the opportunity to encounter a variety of Florida's iconic spring fish, including bluegill, bass, cichlids, catfish, and tilapia. During the winter months, there is also the possibility of encountering alligators, turtles, and manatees.
Diving in Ginnie Springs provides an exceptional experience as the crystal-clear water is replenished daily by millions of gallons of fresh spring water. This makes it an ideal spot for both technical cave and cavern divers seeking a pristine and visually stunning environment.
With a visibility of 22m and a maximum depth of 13m, Ginnie Springs offers a challenge suited for advanced and expert level divers. Its close proximity to Ginnie Spring, located on Northeast 60th Avenue in Gilchrist County, Florida, further adds to its allure.
Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of Ginnie Springs and indulge in an unforgettable diving adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Ginnie Springs
4.8
Below AverageChallenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ginnie Springs
Depth
13m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Ginnie Springs
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
16.6 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
18.1km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
33.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ginnie Springs
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Dive Score Chart for Ginnie Springs
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.498333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 0.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 6.965133333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ginnie Springs: 06:00
Sunset at Ginnie Springs: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ginnie Springs 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: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 0.5 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 0.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ginnie SpringsAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ginnie Springs
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 Ginnie Springs
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ginnie Springs
December
Score: 9.3
January
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Ginnie Springs
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
July
Visibility
16.8m / 55.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ginnie Springs
Ginnie Springs shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (8.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.7m 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 21, 2026
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