Herold Reef
Just a 30-minute boat ride from the marina, dive into the awe-inspiring depths of the ancient submerged limestone coastline at Herold Reef. Discover a captivating underwater world with intriguing structures and abundant marine life. Be mindful, as this exposed dive site may experience surges with swells, especially in the shallower areas where the waves can break in heavier swells.
Herold Reef is home to a diverse array of fish species endemic to the area, including the majestic Western Blue Groper, the WA Dhufish, and the vibrant Queen Snapper.
For an optimal diving experience, it is recommended to explore Herold Reef on calm days, characterized by light winds and low swells. Enjoy excellent visibility of up to 17 meters and reach a maximum depth of 15 meters, making this site suitable for divers of beginner level.
Located near Herald Point, Nanarup, City Of Albany, Western Australia, Australia, this spectacular dive site offers a remarkable underwater adventure right in the heart of Australia.
Herold Reef is home to a diverse array of fish species endemic to the area, including the majestic Western Blue Groper, the WA Dhufish, and the vibrant Queen Snapper.
For an optimal diving experience, it is recommended to explore Herold Reef on calm days, characterized by light winds and low swells. Enjoy excellent visibility of up to 17 meters and reach a maximum depth of 15 meters, making this site suitable for divers of beginner level.
Located near Herald Point, Nanarup, City Of Albany, Western Australia, Australia, this spectacular dive site offers a remarkable underwater adventure right in the heart of Australia.
Diving Conditions Score for Herold Reef
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 Herold Reef
Depth
15m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Herold Reef
Wave Height
2.22m
Wind Speed
19.6 m/s
Water Temp
18.5°C
Visibility
47.34km
Cloud Cover
97%
Wave Period
8.4s
Air Temperature
11.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Herold Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Herold Reef
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 5.1117333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.1m, Wind 17.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 4.533333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Herold Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Herold Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Herold Reef 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
17:00Score: 5.1/10
Waves: 2.1m (7.9s), Wind: 17.8 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 5.1/10
Waves: 2.32m (8.5s), Wind: 20.9 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 4.5/10
Waves: 2.36m, Wind: 22.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Herold ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Herold Reef
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 Herold Reef
Summer
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Herold Reef
July
Score: 8.1
June
Score: 7.8
August
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Herold Reef
Water Temp
17.4°C / 63.3°F
March
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
May
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Herold Reef
Herold Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (17.4°C) and October the coldest (10.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 0.1mm 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 16, 2026
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