Hotel Island East
Hotel Island, located in Lake Ouachita, is a popular dive site known for its abundance of houseboats. These floating hotels provide a unique backdrop to your diving experience. As you explore the area, you may come across interesting knick-knacks that have accidentally ended up in the water.
While the heavy boat traffic and presence of divers and snorkelers make marine life slightly less abundant, there is still a chance to encounter fascinating underwater creatures. By remaining still and patient, you may attract the attention of curious fish who will swim closer to you.
With a maximum depth of 11m and visibility reaching up to 3m, Hotel Island is an ideal location for beginners. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or looking for a more relaxed underwater exploration, this dive site in Garland County, Arkansas, United States, is the perfect choice. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and enjoy the tranquility of diving in the pristine waters of Lake Ouachita.
While the heavy boat traffic and presence of divers and snorkelers make marine life slightly less abundant, there is still a chance to encounter fascinating underwater creatures. By remaining still and patient, you may attract the attention of curious fish who will swim closer to you.
With a maximum depth of 11m and visibility reaching up to 3m, Hotel Island is an ideal location for beginners. Whether you are just starting your diving journey or looking for a more relaxed underwater exploration, this dive site in Garland County, Arkansas, United States, is the perfect choice. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and enjoy the tranquility of diving in the pristine waters of Lake Ouachita.
Diving Conditions Score for Hotel Island East
5.6
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hotel Island East
Depth
11m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Hotel Island East
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.3 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
19.7km
Cloud Cover
3%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
30.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hotel Island East
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Dive Score Chart for Hotel Island East
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.898933333333332/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 11 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.760033333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hotel Island East: 06:00
Sunset at Hotel Island East: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hotel Island East 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: 6.9/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 11 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 13.5 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 6.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hotel Island EastAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hotel Island East
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 Hotel Island East
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hotel Island East
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Hotel Island East
Water Temp
23.5°C / 74.3°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hotel Island East
Hotel Island East shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.5°C) and December the coldest (19.5°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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