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Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

Discover the enchantment of a shallow dive, ideal for beginners and snorkelers, at our captivating dive site in the crystal-clear waters of Grenada. With its abundant fish and vibrant macro life, this underwater paradise offers a picturesque experience with excellent visibility, especially when the sun graces us with its presence.

Immerse yourself in a world filled with an array of captivating marine creatures, including colorful damsels, parrot fish, porcupine fish, blue creole wrasse, and tomtates. Although rare, we have been fortunate enough to encounter devil rays on a few occasions, adding an extra touch of excitement to your diving adventure.

With a maximum depth of 16m/52ft, this site is primarily used for training and reef monitoring purposes. However, it also pleases the eye in clear conditions as the shallow sloping reef attracts mesmerizing clouds of brown chromis. Additionally, be prepared to encounter plenty of eels, further adding to the allure of this remarkable underwater oasis.

Located close to Bogles, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique in Grenada, our dive site offers convenient access for divers seeking awe-inspiring underwater exploration. With an impressive visibility of 20m and a max depth of 13m, this site is perfect for divers at all levels, especially beginners looking to embark on their underwater journey.

Join us at this breathtaking dive site and let the wonders of Grenada's underwater world captivate your senses.

Diving Conditions Score for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

6.3
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

Depth

13m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

Wave Height

1.7m

Wind Speed

35.7 m/s

Water Temp

28.1°C

Visibility

6.18km

Cloud Cover

70%

Wave Period

6.15s

Air Temperature

28.2°C

Precipitation

0.8 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou
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Dive Score Chart for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 5.725466666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.68m, Wind 33.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 5.0348/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou: 06:00
Sunset at Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou 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.

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Best Overall
11:00

Score: 5.7/10
Waves: 1.68m (6.25s), Wind: 33.7 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 5.0/10
Waves: 1.84m, Wind: 37.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

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 Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.3/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

January
Score: 9.3
February
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.3

Ideal Conditions for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.7m / 38.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.7m / 8.9ft

September

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou

Jack-A-Dan West, Carriacou shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (22.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 2.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 9, 2026

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