HMAS Perth II
During your dive, you may encounter a variety of fascinating creatures, including wobbegong sharks, break sea cod, nudibranch, Tasmanian blenny, pink snapper, Samson fish, queen snapper, blue groper, blue devils, and countless small colorful reef fish. This dive is accessible via a convenient 20-minute boat ride from the marina, and there is a fixed mooring available for your convenience.
With a maximum depth of 29m and a visibility of 13m, the HMAS Perth II dive promises an unforgettable underwater adventure. So, whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver seeking thrills beneath the surface, don't miss the chance to explore this incredible dive site in Albany, Western Australia.
Diving Conditions Score for HMAS Perth II
Challenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for HMAS Perth II
Depth
29m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for HMAS Perth II
Wave Height
2.06m
Wind Speed
16.8 m/s
Water Temp
18.4°C
Visibility
46.94km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
9.05s
Air Temperature
13.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for HMAS Perth II
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 4.944233333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.06m, Wind 16.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 4.523333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at HMAS Perth II 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.
Score: 4.9/10
Waves: 2.06m (9.05s), Wind: 16.8 m/s
Score: 4.9/10
Waves: 2.06m (8.95s), Wind: 18.4 m/s
Score: 4.5/10
Waves: 1.98m, Wind: 15.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for HMAS Perth IIAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at HMAS Perth II
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 HMAS Perth II
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for HMAS Perth II
Ideal Conditions for HMAS Perth II
Water Temp
17.3°C / 63.1°F
March
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
May
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for HMAS Perth II
HMAS Perth II follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (17.3°C) and October the coldest (10.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.8m 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). May 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 17, 2026