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National Dive Center

NDAC, located in the beautiful United Kingdom, is a premier inland dive site that welcomes divers of all experience levels. With depths ranging from 6 to 76 meters, there is something for everyone to explore. Immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of NDAC, from the intriguing Wessex MK5 Helicopter to the impressive BAE 146 Airplane.

At NDAC, you'll be captivated by an array of underwater attractions, including sunken boats, armored vehicles, and even helicopters. If you're lucky, you may even encounter the legendary sturgeon during your dive. With a maximum depth of 25 meters and visibility reaching up to 8 meters, NDAC provides optimal conditions for divers of all levels.

Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, NDAC offers the perfect setting for you to expand your skills and embark on more challenging dives. Plan your underwater adventure at NDAC and experience the thrill of diving in this remarkable inland dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for National Dive Center

5.6
Average

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

Dive Site Overview for National Dive Center

Depth

25m

Visibility

8m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for National Dive Center

Wave Height

0.06m

Wind Speed

14.4 m/s

Water Temp

19.3°C

Visibility

16.44km

Cloud Cover

18%

Wave Period

4.75s

Air Temperature

15.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for National Dive Center
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Dive Score Chart for National Dive Center

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.292999290780142/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 17.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.023333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at National Dive Center: 06:00
Sunset at National Dive Center: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at National Dive Center 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
10:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.16m (2.35s), Wind: 17.3 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.16m, Wind: 7.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for National Dive Center
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at National Dive Center

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 National Dive Center

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.4/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for National Dive Center

January
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for National Dive Center

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

18.7°C / 65.7°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

17.0m / 55.8ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.5m / 1.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for National Dive Center

National Dive Center shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.7°C) and December the coldest (0.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.5m 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 19, 2026

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