Lulu Reef
Lulu Reef is a fantastic dive site located within the well-known Eagle Reef on the mainland of Catalina Island's west end. It should not be confused with its popular neighbor, Eagle Reef. To reach Lulu Reef, which is slightly offshore, it is recommended to take a boat.
Divers at Lulu Reef can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Some of the incredible species that can be spotted here include lobster, moray eels, sheepshead, garibaldi, crabs, calico bass, bat rays, and if you're fortunate enough, even sea lions, seals, and the magnificent Mola mola.
With a visibility of approximately 10 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, Lulu Reef offers a thrilling diving experience. Due to the depth and conditions, this site is best suited for advanced level divers.
Located on the West End Road in Los Angeles County, California, United States, Lulu Reef is an ideal dive destination for those exploring the stunning underwater world in the United States.
Divers at Lulu Reef can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Some of the incredible species that can be spotted here include lobster, moray eels, sheepshead, garibaldi, crabs, calico bass, bat rays, and if you're fortunate enough, even sea lions, seals, and the magnificent Mola mola.
With a visibility of approximately 10 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, Lulu Reef offers a thrilling diving experience. Due to the depth and conditions, this site is best suited for advanced level divers.
Located on the West End Road in Los Angeles County, California, United States, Lulu Reef is an ideal dive destination for those exploring the stunning underwater world in the United States.
Diving Conditions Score for Lulu Reef
5.6
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lulu Reef
Depth
14m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Lulu Reef
Wave Height
1.06m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
20.1°C
Visibility
17.9km
Cloud Cover
49%
Wave Period
10.1s
Air Temperature
16.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lulu Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Lulu Reef
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.523914373088685/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.746310016420361/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lulu Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Lulu Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lulu Reef 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
15:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1.04m (10.9s), Wind: 5.5 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 7.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lulu ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lulu Reef
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 Lulu Reef
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 Lulu Reef
January
Score: 9.5
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for Lulu Reef
Water Temp
20.9°C / 69.6°F
September
Visibility
16.5m / 54.1ft
January
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lulu Reef
Lulu Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with September being the warmest month (20.9°C) and December the coldest (10.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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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