Jonny’s Gorge
Johnny’s Gorge, located in Havelock, India, is a breathtaking dive site that attracts both advanced and expert divers. Named after a local Karen who discovered it many years ago, this deep dive site offers a world-class experience.
One of the main attractions of Johnny’s Gorge is the presence of White Tip Reef Sharks, which adds to the thrill of diving in open waters. Additionally, the abundance and diversity of pelagic life, including rays and turtles, make this site truly remarkable.
Divers often find themselves debating whether Johnny’s Gorge or Dixon's is the better option. However, the bottom line is that this dive site offers something for everyone. From encounters with sharks, rays, and turtles to witnessing schooling fish and enjoying excellent visibility (usually around 14m), divers of all levels will appreciate the wonders that Johnny’s Gorge has to offer.
So, if you are looking for a truly memorable dive experience, Johnny’s Gorge in Havelock, India, should be at the top of your list.
One of the main attractions of Johnny’s Gorge is the presence of White Tip Reef Sharks, which adds to the thrill of diving in open waters. Additionally, the abundance and diversity of pelagic life, including rays and turtles, make this site truly remarkable.
Divers often find themselves debating whether Johnny’s Gorge or Dixon's is the better option. However, the bottom line is that this dive site offers something for everyone. From encounters with sharks, rays, and turtles to witnessing schooling fish and enjoying excellent visibility (usually around 14m), divers of all levels will appreciate the wonders that Johnny’s Gorge has to offer.
So, if you are looking for a truly memorable dive experience, Johnny’s Gorge in Havelock, India, should be at the top of your list.
Diving Conditions Score for Jonny’s Gorge
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 Jonny’s Gorge
Depth
26m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Jonny’s Gorge
Wave Height
0.7m
Wind Speed
16.4 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
20.2km
Cloud Cover
68%
Wave Period
5.85s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Jonny’s Gorge
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Dive Score Chart for Jonny’s Gorge
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.692445868945868/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 12.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.58674496124031/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Jonny’s Gorge: 06:00
Sunset at Jonny’s Gorge: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Jonny’s Gorge 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.7m (5.85s), Wind: 12.7 m/s
Safest Overall
15:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.7m (5.85s), Wind: 12.4 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 12.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Jonny’s GorgeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Jonny’s Gorge
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 Jonny’s Gorge
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 Jonny’s Gorge
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Jonny’s Gorge
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 Jonny’s Gorge
Jonny’s Gorge 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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