Hamm
Discover the abundant marine life at this vibrant small patch reef. Dive into a world teeming with tropical fish, sharks, eels, lobsters, crabs, and more. Explore the ledges surrounding the reef to encounter massive schools of grunts, snappers, and damselfish. Immerse yourself in the beauty and diversity of this underwater oasis.
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 12 meters, this dive site offers an ideal environment for beginners to explore. Located near Windley Key in Islamorada, Monroe County, Florida, in the United States, this dive spot is easily accessible for divers of all levels.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure and witness the captivating marine ecosystem firsthand. Divechamp.com invites you to experience the wonders of this dive site and create lasting memories beneath the waves.
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 12 meters, this dive site offers an ideal environment for beginners to explore. Located near Windley Key in Islamorada, Monroe County, Florida, in the United States, this dive spot is easily accessible for divers of all levels.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure and witness the captivating marine ecosystem firsthand. Divechamp.com invites you to experience the wonders of this dive site and create lasting memories beneath the waves.
Diving Conditions Score for Hamm
8.1
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hamm
Depth
12m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Hamm
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
10.6 m/s
Water Temp
30°C
Visibility
24.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hamm
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Dive Score Chart for Hamm
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.464715447154472/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.28m, Wind 10.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.332512987012986/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hamm: 06:00
Sunset at Hamm: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hamm 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
9:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.28m (4.1s), Wind: 10.1 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 6.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for HammAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hamm
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 Hamm
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hamm
February
Score: 8.8
January
Score: 8.7
November
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Hamm
Water Temp
27.6°C / 81.7°F
June
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
October
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hamm
Hamm shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.3°C) and January the coldest (17.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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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