Great Blue Hole
Located off the coast of Andros in the beautiful Bahamas, the Great Blue Hole is a truly exceptional diving experience. This natural abyss in the open ocean floor measures approximately 100 feet across and plunges to depths of over 200 feet.
Diving in the Great Blue Hole offers an incredible opportunity to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Prepare to be amazed by the presence of majestic southern stingrays, graceful turtles, and an abundance of sharks. The site is also teeming with groupers, vibrant reef fish, and magnificent pelagic species. Delight in the sight of vibrant sponges and colorful corals that adorn the underwater landscape.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 19 meters, divers can fully appreciate the breathtaking underwater vistas that surround the Great Blue Hole. This iconic dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers due to its maximum depth of 30 meters.
When planning your dive trip, keep in mind that the Great Blue Hole is conveniently located near North Andros in The Bahamas. Embark on this unforgettable diving adventure and explore the wonders of this world-renowned site.
Diving in the Great Blue Hole offers an incredible opportunity to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Prepare to be amazed by the presence of majestic southern stingrays, graceful turtles, and an abundance of sharks. The site is also teeming with groupers, vibrant reef fish, and magnificent pelagic species. Delight in the sight of vibrant sponges and colorful corals that adorn the underwater landscape.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 19 meters, divers can fully appreciate the breathtaking underwater vistas that surround the Great Blue Hole. This iconic dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers due to its maximum depth of 30 meters.
When planning your dive trip, keep in mind that the Great Blue Hole is conveniently located near North Andros in The Bahamas. Embark on this unforgettable diving adventure and explore the wonders of this world-renowned site.
Diving Conditions Score for Great Blue Hole
8.5
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Great Blue Hole
Depth
30m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Great Blue Hole
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
5.7 m/s
Water Temp
29.9°C
Visibility
24.9km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
4.05s
Air Temperature
24°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Great Blue Hole
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Dive Score Chart for Great Blue Hole
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.395365853658536/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 0.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.91/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Great Blue Hole: 06:00
Sunset at Great Blue Hole: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Great Blue Hole 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: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.46m (4.1s), Wind: 0.7 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Great Blue HoleAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Great Blue Hole
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 Great Blue Hole
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Great Blue Hole
December
Score: 9.2
January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for Great Blue Hole
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
August
Visibility
13.9m / 45.6ft
December
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Great Blue Hole
Great Blue Hole shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (17.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.2m 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.5mm 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 20, 2026
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