Middle Rock
Middle Rock is a popular dive site located just a short 5-10 minute boat ride from Kilkee pier in Ireland. The depths at Middle Rock range from 5 meters to a maximum depth of 26 meters, making it suitable for divers of various skill levels. This site features a multitude of swim throughs and small caverns to explore, providing an exciting underwater adventure for advanced divers.
Divers at Middle Rock can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life. The site is teeming with brown crabs, spider crabs, lobsters, pollock, and wrasse. The walls of Middle Rock are adorned with colorful sponges and anemones, creating a vibrant and captivating underwater landscape.
With a visibility of 10 meters, divers can enjoy clear views of the fascinating marine environment surrounding Middle Rock. This dive site is a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable diving experience in the waters of Ireland.
In close proximity to Middle Rock, divers can also explore other nearby sites such as H.M.S. Martin and the Cliff Walk. Located in the West Clare Municipal District of County Clare, Munster, Ireland, this region offers a wealth of dive opportunities for enthusiasts. Book your dive trip to Middle Rock today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Ireland's underwater world.
Divers at Middle Rock can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life. The site is teeming with brown crabs, spider crabs, lobsters, pollock, and wrasse. The walls of Middle Rock are adorned with colorful sponges and anemones, creating a vibrant and captivating underwater landscape.
With a visibility of 10 meters, divers can enjoy clear views of the fascinating marine environment surrounding Middle Rock. This dive site is a must-visit for anyone seeking an unforgettable diving experience in the waters of Ireland.
In close proximity to Middle Rock, divers can also explore other nearby sites such as H.M.S. Martin and the Cliff Walk. Located in the West Clare Municipal District of County Clare, Munster, Ireland, this region offers a wealth of dive opportunities for enthusiasts. Book your dive trip to Middle Rock today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Ireland's underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Middle Rock
5.4
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Middle Rock
Depth
26m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Middle Rock
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
12.2 m/s
Water Temp
16.9°C
Visibility
27.88km
Cloud Cover
68%
Wave Period
6.75s
Air Temperature
17.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Middle Rock
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Dive Score Chart for Middle Rock
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.005128205128205/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.646235897435898/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Middle Rock: 06:00
Sunset at Middle Rock: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Middle Rock 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
7:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.58m (6.5s), Wind: 4 m/s
Safest Overall
11:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.58m (6.55s), Wind: 4 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Middle RockAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Middle Rock
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 Middle Rock
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Middle Rock
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Middle Rock
Water Temp
15.4°C / 59.7°F
August
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
December
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Middle Rock
Middle Rock shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (15.4°C) and December the coldest (1.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 21, 2026
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