Lake Norman Rock Quarry
Located in the United States, The PDRA Quarry is a membership-owned dive site offering a maximum depth of around 96 ft. Divers can enjoy a range of surface temperatures, from 82 F in the summer to 40 F in the winter. This quarry is a haven for various fish species, including the notable Paddle Fish.
Part of the North Carolina PDRA, the Lake Norman Quarry provides an exceptional diving experience. With a maximum depth of 14m and visibility spanning 5m, it caters to both beginners and advanced divers. Conveniently situated at 375 Greenbay Road, Mooresville, Iredell County, North Carolina, 28117, this dive site offers easy accessibility for diving enthusiasts. The highlight of diving in this quarry lies in the chance to observe the intriguing paddle fish, resembling catfish with their paddle-shaped bills. Don't miss the opportunity to witness these captivating underwater creatures in action.
Part of the North Carolina PDRA, the Lake Norman Quarry provides an exceptional diving experience. With a maximum depth of 14m and visibility spanning 5m, it caters to both beginners and advanced divers. Conveniently situated at 375 Greenbay Road, Mooresville, Iredell County, North Carolina, 28117, this dive site offers easy accessibility for diving enthusiasts. The highlight of diving in this quarry lies in the chance to observe the intriguing paddle fish, resembling catfish with their paddle-shaped bills. Don't miss the opportunity to witness these captivating underwater creatures in action.
Diving Conditions Score for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
5
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
Depth
14m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
18.2 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
41.3km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
32.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
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Dive Score Chart for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.390033333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.047433333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lake Norman Rock Quarry: 06:00
Sunset at Lake Norman Rock Quarry: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lake Norman Rock Quarry 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
11:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.5 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 0.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lake Norman Rock QuarryAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lake Norman Rock Quarry
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 Norman Rock Quarry
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
Water Temp
23.6°C / 74.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lake Norman Rock Quarry
Lake Norman Rock Quarry shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.6°C) and December the coldest (19.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 0.0mm 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 22, 2026
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