GREEN ISLAND
Discover Green Island, a captivating dive site in New Zealand. Also referred to as the "Graveyard," this underwater wonderland is adorned with numerous rocks that protrude from the water's surface, resembling tombstones. As a result, it has claimed a couple of boats over time.
Green Island boasts a remarkable boulder outcrop, featuring an abundance of cracks and crevices to explore. Divers can also spot small weed patches amidst the vibrant marine life, enhanced by the dynamic water movement in the area.
With excellent visibility of 10m and a maximum depth of 10m, this dive site welcomes both beginner and advanced divers. Nestled in the breathtaking Waikato region of New Zealand, Green Island offers a captivating experience for all underwater enthusiasts.
Green Island boasts a remarkable boulder outcrop, featuring an abundance of cracks and crevices to explore. Divers can also spot small weed patches amidst the vibrant marine life, enhanced by the dynamic water movement in the area.
With excellent visibility of 10m and a maximum depth of 10m, this dive site welcomes both beginner and advanced divers. Nestled in the breathtaking Waikato region of New Zealand, Green Island offers a captivating experience for all underwater enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for GREEN ISLAND
4.2
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 GREEN ISLAND
Depth
10m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for GREEN ISLAND
Wave Height
1.4m
Wind Speed
19.3 m/s
Water Temp
16.6°C
Visibility
11.66km
Cloud Cover
1%
Wave Period
5.5s
Air Temperature
13.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for GREEN ISLAND
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Dive Score Chart for GREEN ISLAND
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.608893700787402/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 3.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.678038461538462/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at GREEN ISLAND: 06:00
Sunset at GREEN ISLAND: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at GREEN ISLAND 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
6:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.46m (6.35s), Wind: 3.7 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 8.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for GREEN ISLANDAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at GREEN ISLAND
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 GREEN ISLAND
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for GREEN ISLAND
July
Score: 9.9
June
Score: 9.8
August
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for GREEN ISLAND
Water Temp
23.7°C / 74.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for GREEN ISLAND
GREEN ISLAND follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.7°C) and December the coldest (19.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January 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 22, 2026
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