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Little Bight

Little Bight is a stunning dive site located in the crystal-clear waters of Honduras. This dive site boasts a wide sandy patch that gently slopes from the beach to depths well beyond 100 feet. Its unique topography creates a break in the reef that runs parallel to the shore, offering divers a breathtaking underwater experience.

With a maximum depth of 17m and visibility reaching up to 17m, Little Bight is the perfect spot for beginner divers to explore. The ease of access to this site makes it suitable for divers of all experience levels.

Underneath the water's surface, a world of treasures awaits. Dive into the vibrant marine life and encounter fascinating creatures such as sea horses, juvenile green razorfish, upside-down jellyfish, and garden eels. These enchanting creatures make for incredible underwater photography opportunities.

As you explore the dive site, you'll be mesmerized by the stunning coral-covered walls that surround you, creating a picturesque backdrop for your underwater adventures.

Located in Útila, Bay Islands, Honduras, Little Bight is a must-visit destination for divers seeking an unforgettable diving experience. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site will leave you in awe of the beauty that lies beneath the surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Little Bight

6.6
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 Little Bight

Depth

17m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Little Bight

Wave Height

1.32m

Wind Speed

23.4 m/s

Water Temp

29.7°C

Visibility

29.8km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

6.05s

Air Temperature

28.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Little Bight
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Dive Score Chart for Little Bight

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.072433333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 26.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.5982/10.

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

Sunrise at Little Bight: 06:00
Sunset at Little Bight: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Little Bight 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
16:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.12m (5.65s), Wind: 26.8 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 37.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Little Bight
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Little Bight

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 Little Bight

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.1/10

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

Best Months for Little Bight

January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.1
March
Score: 9.0

Ideal Conditions for Little Bight

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.4°C / 81.3°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.9m / 39.0ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.3m / 7.5ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Little Bight

Little Bight shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (21.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). April is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 13, 2026

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