North Star
Accessibility to this site is convenient, whether you prefer to reach it by boat or shore. If you choose the latter, you can follow a short and narrow path that cuts through the brush along the shoreline, granting easy access to the water. Additionally, a mooring ball is available around 100 yards from the shore, providing a convenient spot to begin your dive.
As you descend near the mooring ball, head slightly west-northwest to explore the breathtaking wall that awaits you. The wall features a 40-foot vertical drop, ending in a small sandy ledge at a depth of 80 feet. On this ledge, you'll have the chance to encounter a fascinating piece of history—an old anchor dating back to the 1600s or 1800s, serving as a fascinating reminder of the past.
With a maximum depth of 27 meters and visibility reaching up to 20 meters, this dive site offers an ideal setting for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, you'll find something captivating to explore at this unforgettable location on your underwater journey. Plan your dive at this remarkable site west of Cane Bay and immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for North Star
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for North Star
Depth
27m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for North Star
Wave Height
1.36m
Wind Speed
26.3 m/s
Water Temp
28.4°C
Visibility
35.5km
Cloud Cover
40%
Wave Period
5.7s
Air Temperature
30.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for North Star
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 6.8665/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.36m, Wind 24.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.397333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at North Star 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.
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.36m (5.55s), Wind: 24.1 m/s
Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.26m, Wind: 22.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for North StarAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at North Star
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 North Star
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for North Star
Ideal Conditions for North Star
Water Temp
21.8°C / 71.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for North Star
North Star shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.8°C) and December the coldest (17.8°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026