Nathan’s Dent
Located just south of Facpi in the United States, this dive site offers a fantastic underwater experience suitable for divers of all levels. With depths ranging from 30 to 80 feet, you'll explore sand flats, encounter small caves, and encounter beautiful coral islands. Accessible by boat, this dive site is easily reached and promises exceptional visibility of 17 meters. Dive enthusiasts can look forward to encountering various marine species such as scorpion fish, shells, and the mesmerizing lionfish, often found below overhanging coral. Keep your eyes peeled for stingrays gliding gracefully across the sandy flats, and don't be surprised if you come across turtles during your dive. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site near Guam is a must-visit for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Nathan’s Dent
6.2
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Nathan’s Dent
Depth
22m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Nathan’s Dent
Wave Height
3.26m
Wind Speed
22.4 m/s
Water Temp
28.9°C
Visibility
3.24km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
9.35s
Air Temperature
26.9°C
Precipitation
1.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Nathan’s Dent
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Dive Score Chart for Nathan’s Dent
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 5.211666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 3.14m, Wind 12.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 5.573333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Nathan’s Dent: 06:00
Sunset at Nathan’s Dent: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Nathan’s Dent 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
23:00Score: 5.6/10
Waves: 2.88m (10.15s), Wind: 6.3 m/s
Safest Overall
15:00Score: 5.2/10
Waves: 3.08m (9.7s), Wind: 8.7 m/s
Best Day
11:00Score: 5.2/10
Waves: 3.14m, Wind: 12.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Nathan’s DentAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Nathan’s Dent
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 Nathan’s Dent
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Nathan’s Dent
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.4
November
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Nathan’s Dent
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
May
Visibility
11.2m / 36.7ft
November
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
September
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Nathan’s Dent
Nathan’s Dent shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, 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 - Jul 8, 2026
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