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Mr. Bud Wreck

Mr. Bud is an exceptional dive site located in Roatan, Honduras. As a popular annual destination for divers, this shallow wreck provides an unforgettable underwater experience. Resting upright, Mr. Bud offers divers an easy swim-through since it is completely open.

One of the main attractions of this dive site is a stunning aggregation of silversides in the main room. Additionally, divers may encounter a magnificent Moray eel in the corner of the room. This adds to the excitement and beauty of exploring the wreckage.

Originally a cargo ship, Mr. Bud was intentionally sunk in 1995. While some may categorize it as a shrimp boat, this wreck now rests upright along the reef's edge due to Hurricane Mitch. During the dive, divers have the opportunity to explore both the wreckage and the surrounding coral reef. The top of the reef is adorned with an abundance of soft corals like sea plumes and sea rods, creating a captivating underwater landscape. It's not uncommon to spot eye-catching creatures such as flamingo tongues and seahorses clinging to these soft corals.

The sandy channel where Mr. Bud resides is located between two large coral outcroppings and on the ledge of a wall, creating a unique dive environment. The top of the wheelhouse sits at a depth of 45', providing divers with an excellent starting point. From there, the bow slightly extends off the lip of the wall before descending to a depth of 100'. The coral walls to the northeast add to the dramatic and sheer beauty of the underwater scenery.

Mr. Bud is suitable for divers of all skill levels, with depth ranges from 40' to beyond recreational dive limits. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site offers something for everyone. The maximum depth at Mr. Bud is 21 meters, and the visibility typically reaches an impressive 18 meters.

When planning your dive trip, keep in mind that Mr. Bud is conveniently located near French Harbour, Coxen Hole, Roatán, Bay Islands, Honduras. This close proximity allows for easy access and adds to the overall convenience of visiting this remarkable dive site.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Mr. Bud and discover the breathtaking underwater world that awaits you in Roatan, Honduras.

Diving Conditions Score for Mr. Bud Wreck

8
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Mr. Bud Wreck

Depth

21m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Mr. Bud Wreck

Wave Height

1.12m

Wind Speed

32 m/s

Water Temp

28.7°C

Visibility

27.02km

Cloud Cover

2%

Wave Period

4.7s

Air Temperature

27°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mr. Bud Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Mr. Bud Wreck

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.5127999999999995/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.14m, Wind 31.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.9248666666666665/10.

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

Sunrise at Mr. Bud Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Mr. Bud Wreck: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Mr. Bud Wreck 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: 1.14m (4.8s), Wind: 31.5 m/s

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Safest Overall
15:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 1.14m (4.85s), Wind: 28.6 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.28m, Wind: 36.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Mr. Bud Wreck
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mr. Bud Wreck

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 Mr. Bud Wreck

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 Mr. Bud Wreck

January
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.1
March
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for Mr. Bud Wreck

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.7°C / 80.1°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.3m / 7.5ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Mr. Bud Wreck

Mr. Bud Wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (21.8°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). May is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 21, 2026

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