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Merimbula Wharf

Easy Entry - Discover the Southern Australia Rocky Reef

Looking for an unforgettable diving experience in Southern Australia? Look no further than this easy entry dive site. With a maximum depth of 13m, this site is perfect for beginners and offers a variety of exciting marine life. Located on the southern side of the headland and facing south, this site is best enjoyed when there is no swell or larger swells and when the wind is coming from the north.

Explore the mesmerizing world beneath the water's surface and discover a vibrant ecosystem filled with soft corals, sponges, Gropers, Rays, Octopus, Nudibranches, and an array of southern fish species. The visibility at this site is around 6m, allowing you to witness the beauty of the underwater world with clarity.

Conveniently situated near Merimbula Wharf in the Bega Valley Shire Council, this diving spot provides easy access for divers. So grab your gear and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring underwater wonders of this hidden gem. It's time to embark on an unforgettable diving adventure in Australia.

Diving Conditions Score for Merimbula Wharf

5.4
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Merimbula Wharf

Depth

13m

Visibility

6m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Merimbula Wharf

Wave Height

0.58m

Wind Speed

13.9 m/s

Water Temp

18.2°C

Visibility

53.78km

Cloud Cover

9%

Wave Period

7.45s

Air Temperature

5.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Merimbula Wharf
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Dive Score Chart for Merimbula Wharf

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.533896736596736/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 9.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.077052097130243/10.

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

Sunrise at Merimbula Wharf: 06:00
Sunset at Merimbula Wharf: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Merimbula Wharf 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: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.64m (7.15s), Wind: 9.4 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.56m, Wind: 12.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Merimbula Wharf
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Merimbula Wharf

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 Merimbula Wharf

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.8/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Merimbula Wharf

July
Score: 9.9
June
Score: 9.8
August
Score: 9.7

Ideal Conditions for Merimbula Wharf

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.7°C / 74.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Merimbula Wharf

Merimbula Wharf follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.7°C) and December the coldest (19.7°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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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