Oil Slick Leap (20)
Explore the vibrant marine life of the Caribbean as you encounter majestic creatures such as nurse and reef sharks, possibly even eagle rays, turtles, and stingrays. Prepare to be amazed by the colorful variety of fish including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrot fish, and grouper.
With impressive visibility of 23m and a maximum depth of 22m, this dive site offers an unforgettable underwater experience. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site guarantees an enjoyable and safe exploration.
Located in the beautiful country of the Netherlands, this dive site is conveniently situated near Queen's Highway, Santa Barbara Crowns, Bonaire. Prepare yourself for an incredible adventure in the waters of this stunning location.
Diving Conditions Score for Oil Slick Leap (20)
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Oil Slick Leap (20)
Depth
22m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Oil Slick Leap (20)
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
28.8 m/s
Water Temp
27.4°C
Visibility
21.66km
Cloud Cover
96%
Wave Period
4.8s
Air Temperature
27.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Oil Slick Leap (20)
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.062266666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 27.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.762566666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Oil Slick Leap (20) 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: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.06m (4.8s), Wind: 27.1 m/s
Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 25.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Oil Slick Leap (20)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Oil Slick Leap (20)
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 Oil Slick Leap (20)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Oil Slick Leap (20)
Ideal Conditions for Oil Slick Leap (20)
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
September
Visibility
11.5m / 37.7ft
May
Wave Height
2.3m / 7.5ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Oil Slick Leap (20)
Oil Slick Leap (20) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (22.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.3m 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 0.6mm 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 20, 2026