Lower Comal River
Located downstream from the Upper Comal River, the Lower Comal offers divers a thrilling experience with its swift current and greater depth around the river bends. The ideal entry point is beneath the Garden St. bridge, and divers will encounter two bends before reaching the last public exit, just before the Comal River merges with the Guadalupe River.
Divers at this site can expect to encounter a variety of Texas freshwater species, including bass, perch, catfish, tilapia, and turtles, creating an exciting underwater ecosystem to explore.
With a visibility of 4m and a maximum depth of 4m, the Lower Comal offers divers of all levels a fantastic diving opportunity. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this dive site provides diverse underwater landscapes and fascinating wildlife encounters.
Situated in West Lincoln Street, New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas, 78130, United States, this dive site offers convenient access for divers across the country. Explore the wonders of the Lower Comal and immerse yourself in the beauty of this exceptional dive spot.
Divers at this site can expect to encounter a variety of Texas freshwater species, including bass, perch, catfish, tilapia, and turtles, creating an exciting underwater ecosystem to explore.
With a visibility of 4m and a maximum depth of 4m, the Lower Comal offers divers of all levels a fantastic diving opportunity. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this dive site provides diverse underwater landscapes and fascinating wildlife encounters.
Situated in West Lincoln Street, New Braunfels, Comal County, Texas, 78130, United States, this dive site offers convenient access for divers across the country. Explore the wonders of the Lower Comal and immerse yourself in the beauty of this exceptional dive spot.
Diving Conditions Score for Lower Comal River
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lower Comal River
Depth
4m
Visibility
4m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Lower Comal River
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.6 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
27km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
27.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lower Comal River
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Dive Score Chart for Lower Comal River
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.203333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.735233333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lower Comal River: 06:00
Sunset at Lower Comal River: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lower Comal River 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
13:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lower Comal RiverAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lower Comal River
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 Lower Comal River
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lower Comal River
January
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 8.8
February
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Lower Comal River
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
August
Visibility
14.4m / 47.2ft
January
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lower Comal River
Lower Comal River shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (30.5°C) and January the coldest (6.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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 20, 2026
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