Islander (Wreck)
The Islander wreck can be found in Alexandria Bay, on the USA side of the St. Lawrence River. This dive site is easily accessible from shore and offers a dedicated dive park for divers to conveniently park and prepare for their dive. With an average visibility of around 50 feet (15 meters) and a maximum depth of 19 meters, this dive offers a clear and accessible experience for beginner divers.
While the focus of this dive is primarily on the wreck itself, divers can still expect to encounter a variety of aquatic life. Keep an eye out for catfish, trout, bass, and possibly even salmon. Located at 35 Market Street, Alexandria Bay, Alexandria, Jefferson County, New York, 13607, USA, this dive site is a must-visit for divers looking to explore the underwater wonders of the St. Lawrence River.
While the focus of this dive is primarily on the wreck itself, divers can still expect to encounter a variety of aquatic life. Keep an eye out for catfish, trout, bass, and possibly even salmon. Located at 35 Market Street, Alexandria Bay, Alexandria, Jefferson County, New York, 13607, USA, this dive site is a must-visit for divers looking to explore the underwater wonders of the St. Lawrence River.
Diving Conditions Score for Islander (Wreck)
5
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Islander (Wreck)
Depth
19m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Islander (Wreck)
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
20.7 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
21.1km
Cloud Cover
93%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
17.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Islander (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Islander (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 6.667933333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 19.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.167933333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Islander (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Islander (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Islander (Wreck) 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
7:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 19.1 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 17.6 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 22.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Islander (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Islander (Wreck)
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 Islander (Wreck)
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Islander (Wreck)
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.3
February
Score: 8.1
Ideal Conditions for Islander (Wreck)
Water Temp
21.2°C / 70.2°F
July
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
January
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Islander (Wreck)
Islander (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.2°C) and January the coldest (-12.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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). May 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 19, 2026
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