Hospital Hole
Hospital Hole, located at 7244 Shoal Line Blvd, Weeki Wachee, FL 34607, is a popular shore accessible fresh water dive site in Florida, United States. With a maximum depth of 141-150ft/43-46m and an average visibility of 36-40ft/11-12m, this dive spot offers an incredible underwater experience. While access from land is restricted, divers can easily reach the site by boat or canoe from Roger's Park.
One of the unique features of Hospital Hole is its wide hydrogen sulfide layer, which has earned its name from a local legend. According to the legend, sick and wounded fish come to these mysterious waters to heal before returning to the sea.
This dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners and advanced divers. With a maximum depth of 26m and visibility of 7m, it provides an excellent opportunity for divers to explore its natural beauty and diverse marine life.
Located near Darlene Street, Weeki Wachee Gardens, Hernando County, Florida, 34607, United States, Hospital Hole is conveniently situated for divers looking to explore the intriguing underwater world of Florida's fresh water dive sites. So grab your gear and get ready for an unforgettable diving experience at Hospital Hole!
One of the unique features of Hospital Hole is its wide hydrogen sulfide layer, which has earned its name from a local legend. According to the legend, sick and wounded fish come to these mysterious waters to heal before returning to the sea.
This dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners and advanced divers. With a maximum depth of 26m and visibility of 7m, it provides an excellent opportunity for divers to explore its natural beauty and diverse marine life.
Located near Darlene Street, Weeki Wachee Gardens, Hernando County, Florida, 34607, United States, Hospital Hole is conveniently situated for divers looking to explore the intriguing underwater world of Florida's fresh water dive sites. So grab your gear and get ready for an unforgettable diving experience at Hospital Hole!
Diving Conditions Score for Hospital Hole
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hospital Hole
Depth
26m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Hospital Hole
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
10.8 m/s
Water Temp
30.8°C
Visibility
15.1km
Cloud Cover
44%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
30.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hospital Hole
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Dive Score Chart for Hospital Hole
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.641844444444445/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 1.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.677066666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hospital Hole : 06:00
Sunset at Hospital Hole : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hospital 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
10:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.58m (4.8s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 5.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hospital Hole Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hospital 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 Hospital Hole
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hospital Hole
January
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for Hospital Hole
Water Temp
26.5°C / 79.7°F
June
Visibility
15.6m / 51.2ft
December
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hospital Hole
Hospital Hole shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.5°C) and January the coldest (10.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 0.0mm 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 20, 2026
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