Jackson's Bar
Located in the crystal clear waters of Havelock, India, this dive site is a must-visit for advanced and expert divers. Alongside Dixon's Pinnacles and Johnny's Gorge, it forms the holy trinity of sought-after dive spots in the area. Prepare to be amazed by the incredible underwater spectacle that awaits you here.
Thanks to its unique position and strong perpendicular currents, this site is a favorite haunt for both pelagic species and adventurous divers seeking a challenge. The abundance of schooling fish and thrilling hunting action will leave you breathless.
One of the highlights of this dive site is the sheer number of Blue Spotted stingrays, a sight that will astound even the most experienced diver. As you explore the depths, you'll also encounter a magnificent school of yellow snapper and impressive groupers, adding to the magical underwater experience.
With a maximum depth of 29 meters and excellent visibility reaching 16 meters, this dive site offers exceptional conditions for underwater exploration. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the extraordinary beauty of this underwater paradise in person.
Thanks to its unique position and strong perpendicular currents, this site is a favorite haunt for both pelagic species and adventurous divers seeking a challenge. The abundance of schooling fish and thrilling hunting action will leave you breathless.
One of the highlights of this dive site is the sheer number of Blue Spotted stingrays, a sight that will astound even the most experienced diver. As you explore the depths, you'll also encounter a magnificent school of yellow snapper and impressive groupers, adding to the magical underwater experience.
With a maximum depth of 29 meters and excellent visibility reaching 16 meters, this dive site offers exceptional conditions for underwater exploration. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the extraordinary beauty of this underwater paradise in person.
Diving Conditions Score for Jackson's Bar
6.9
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Jackson's Bar
Depth
29m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Jackson's Bar
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
16.2 m/s
Water Temp
29.9°C
Visibility
20.2km
Cloud Cover
68%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
31.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Jackson's Bar
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Dive Score Chart for Jackson's Bar
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.885800884955752/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 12.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.518800000000001/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Jackson's Bar: 06:00
Sunset at Jackson's Bar: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Jackson's Bar 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.58m (5.65s), Wind: 12.7 m/s
Safest Overall
16:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.58m (5.65s), Wind: 13.2 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.5m, Wind: 10.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Jackson's BarAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Jackson's Bar
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 Jackson's Bar
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 Jackson's Bar
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Jackson's Bar
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
July
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
March
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Jackson's Bar
Jackson's Bar shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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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