Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
At this dive site in Australia, it is quite common to spot turtles nestled within the cracks and crevices. Exploring the numerous little holes will bring you face to face with a variety of fascinating sea creatures, both small and large. Keep an eye out for painted crayfish, green, loggerhead, hawksbill (if you're fortunate enough), and even lionfish. The visibility here is a good 9m, while the maximum depth reaches 14m. This makes the site suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert. Located near Heron Island Helipad, Coral Sea, Gladstone Regional, Queensland, Australia, this spot promises an unforgettable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
Depth
14m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
Wave Height
1.08m
Wind Speed
29.5 m/s
Water Temp
22.1°C
Visibility
17.18km
Cloud Cover
26%
Wave Period
6.05s
Air Temperature
22.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
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Dive Score Chart for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.030499999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.1m, Wind 31.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 6.69/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole: 06:00
Sunset at Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Heron Island - Gorgonia 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
13:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.1m (6s), Wind: 31.7 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 28.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Heron Island - Gorgonia HoleAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Heron Island - Gorgonia 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 Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.9/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
June
Score: 9.0
May
Score: 8.9
July
Score: 8.8
Ideal Conditions for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
2.8m / 9.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole
Heron Island - Gorgonia Hole follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (24.3°C) and July the coldest (18.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.8m 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). June 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 17, 2026
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