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Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

Bass Lake, located just 45 minutes south of Sandton in South Africa, is a captivating dive site known for its crystal-clear spring-fed water. With depths ranging from a gentle walk-in slope to a maximum depth of 12m, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, can explore the wonders beneath the surface.

Diving in Bass Lake offers a unique opportunity to encounter a diverse marine life, including largemouth bass and blue kurper. The lake's exceptional visibility of 5m ensures that divers can fully appreciate the beauty and vibrant colors of the underwater world.

Surrounding the 10-hectare lake is the Bass Lake Resort, creating a tranquil and picturesque setting for divers to relax and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. The area is not only home to an array of bird species but has also been known to host sightings of various small game animals.

For an unforgettable diving experience in South Africa, Bass Lake is the perfect destination. Its convenient location near Highbury, within the Midvaal Ward 5 of the Midvaal Local Municipality, Sedibeng District Municipality, Gauteng, offers easy access for divers seeking an adventure in these pristine waters.

Diving Conditions Score for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

5.1
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

Depth

12m

Visibility

5m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

11.5 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

17.56km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

16.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake
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Dive Score Chart for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.040733333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 6.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.019633333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Henley on Klip - Bass Lake: 06:00
Sunset at Henley on Klip - Bass Lake: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Henley on Klip - Bass Lake 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.

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Best Overall
11:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 6.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.9 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

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 Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

Summer

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.7°C / 72.9°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Henley on Klip - Bass Lake

Henley on Klip - Bass Lake follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.7°C) and December the coldest (18.7°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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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