Kinghorn (Wreck)
For more detailed information about this dive, refer to the following sources:
- Learn about the buoy site and explore the Kinghorn Bow wreck
- Discover more about this exhilarating dive opportunity
- Immerse yourself in the underwater world through the lens of Warren Lo Photography
Now, let's dive into the specifics of this dive site. With a visibility of 7m and a maximum depth of 29m, this dive offers a challenging and rewarding experience. To fully enjoy this underwater adventure, divers should possess an advanced level of expertise.
Our dive site is located in Rockport, Leeds and the Thousand Islands, Leeds and Grenville Counties, Eastern Ontario, Ontario, K0E 1V0, Canada. Discover the beauty of the Canadian underwater landscape and unravel the mysteries of the Kinghorn Bow wreck.
Join us for an unforgettable dive experience at our site. We eagerly await the opportunity to introduce you to the mesmerizing world beneath the water's surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Kinghorn (Wreck)
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kinghorn (Wreck)
Depth
29m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Kinghorn (Wreck)
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
28.5 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
25.8km
Cloud Cover
54%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
22.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Kinghorn (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.513333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 4.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.173333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Kinghorn (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.
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 4.7 m/s
Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 3.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kinghorn (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kinghorn (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 Kinghorn (Wreck)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kinghorn (Wreck)
Ideal Conditions for Kinghorn (Wreck)
Water Temp
21.2°C / 70.2°F
July
Visibility
15.1m / 49.5ft
December
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kinghorn (Wreck)
Kinghorn (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.2°C) and January the coldest (-13.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.9m 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 18, 2026