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Lake Keowee

Lake Keowee is a stunning man-made reservoir situated in the beautiful state of South Carolina, United States. Spanning approximately 26 miles in length and 3 miles in width, this reservoir offers an unforgettable diving experience. With an average depth of 54 feet and a maximum depth of 12 meters, Lake Keowee provides divers with an exciting underwater exploration.

Divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, will find something captivating in the depths of Lake Keowee. The rocky bottom of the lake gradually slopes, creating a unique diving environment. The addition of man-made objects scattered throughout the area further enhances the diving experience, allowing divers to discover and explore intriguing underwater structures.

In addition to its captivating diving conditions, Lake Keowee boasts an abundance of freshwater marine life. Divers can encounter a variety of species, including bass, Crappie, Bluegill, and yellow perch. The visibility in the lake is around 3 meters, offering divers the opportunity to admire the beauty of their surroundings.

Conveniently located on Lakeside Drive in Pickens County, South Carolina, Lake Keowee is easily accessible for divers seeking a remarkable underwater adventure. The reservoir sits approximately 800 feet above sea level, providing a unique diving experience in a picturesque setting.

Whether you are a beginner looking to explore the underwater world for the first time or an advanced diver seeking a new and thrilling dive site, Lake Keowee offers a remarkable experience that should not be missed. Plan your diving trip today and immerse yourself in the wonders of this captivating man-made reservoir.

Diving Conditions Score for Lake Keowee

6.7
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 Lake Keowee

Depth

12m

Visibility

3m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Lake Keowee

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

0.7 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

21.4km

Cloud Cover

98%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

18.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lake Keowee
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Dive Score Chart for Lake Keowee

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 8.313333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 0.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.5835333333333335/10.

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

Sunrise at Lake Keowee: 06:00
Sunset at Lake Keowee: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Lake Keowee 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
12:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 0.4 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Lake Keowee
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lake Keowee

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 Lake Keowee

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

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

Best Months for Lake Keowee

January
Score: 9.6
December
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.4

Ideal Conditions for Lake Keowee

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.1°C / 79.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

18.6m / 61.0ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Lake Keowee

Lake Keowee shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.1°C) and January the coldest (1.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 21, 2026

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