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L’Abym North

Experience the breathtaking beauty of L'Abym, a captivating and stunning wall that continues to awe divers. This remarkable dive site offers a blend of impressive wall formations, abundant marine critters, and a chance to observe captivating macro life on the wall itself. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, L'Abym is suitable for all levels of experience. With minimal currents and its close proximity to the shore, this dive site provides a protected environment, shielded from the disturbances of waves and wind.

Prepare to encounter an array of fascinating marine life during your dive at L'Abym. Keep your eyes peeled for majestic turtles gracefully swimming along the wall, as they are a common sight in this area. You'll also have the opportunity to spot seahorses and frogfish, both nestled on the wall and along the nearby shelf. Additionally, the wall serves as an excellent habitat for hamlets, adding to the diversity of marine species found here.

Located in Dominica, this dive site offers more than just incredible underwater scenery. With a visibility of approximately 19 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, divers can fully immerse themselves in the stunning surroundings. It is recommended to have an advanced level of diving experience to fully appreciate the beauty and challenges that L'Abym has to offer.

Visit this extraordinary dive site by venturing to Victoria Street, Pointe Michel, Saint Luke Parish in Dominica. Prepare for an unforgettable underwater adventure at L'Abym, where dramatic walls and captivating marine life await you.

Diving Conditions Score for L’Abym North

6.9
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 L’Abym North

Depth

20m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for L’Abym North

Wave Height

1.68m

Wind Speed

22.9 m/s

Water Temp

28.3°C

Visibility

6.92km

Cloud Cover

30%

Wave Period

6.35s

Air Temperature

27.1°C

Precipitation

0.4 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for L’Abym North
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Dive Score Chart for L’Abym North

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 5.932533333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.68m, Wind 19.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 5.79/10.

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

Sunrise at L’Abym North: 06:00
Sunset at L’Abym North: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at L’Abym North 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: 5.9/10
Waves: 1.68m (6.45s), Wind: 19.4 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.68m, Wind: 21.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for L’Abym North
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at L’Abym North

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 L’Abym North

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

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

Best Months for L’Abym North

January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for L’Abym North

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.7°C / 80.1°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

10.7m / 35.1ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for L’Abym North

L’Abym North shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.7°C) and January the coldest (21.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.8m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.8mm 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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