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North Star

Located west of Cane Bay in the United States Virgin Islands, this dive site offers two distinct profiles: one to the east and one to the west. The east profile features sections that are nearly vertical, providing a thrilling diving experience. On the other hand, the west profile boasts beautiful spur and groove coral formations, creating a colorful underwater landscape.

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

6.6
Above Average

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

beginner
advanced
expert

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for North Star
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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.

Sunrise at North Star: 06:00
Sunset at North Star: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
7:00

Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.36m (5.55s), Wind: 24.1 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.26m, Wind: 22.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for North Star
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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

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for North Star

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for North Star

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.8°C / 71.2°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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