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Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

Discover the rich history of the dive site located in the waters of the Netherlands. This area holds remnants of the USS Erie, an unfortunate victim of a torpedo attack in 1942. While the ship itself now rests several miles off the coast, intriguing artifacts can still be found. Among them, the wreckage of a Kingfisher plane that was tossed overboard from the ship.

Explore the diverse marine life that inhabits this widespread reef. Be greeted by the vibrant colors of angelfish, butterfly fish, snapper, and parrotfish, all characteristic of the enchanting Caribbean waters.

With a visibility of 24m and a maximum depth of 18m, this dive site is suitable for all levels of divers, including beginners. Located near John F. Kennedy Boulevard in Zakitó, Wanapa, Curacao, it offers convenient access for divers eager to explore its underwater wonders.

Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this captivating dive site. Immerse yourself in history, marvel at the abundant marine life, and experience the beauty of the Netherlands' aquatic realm.

Diving Conditions Score for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

Depth

18m

Visibility

24m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

Wave Height

1.2m

Wind Speed

27.9 m/s

Water Temp

27.1°C

Visibility

23.96km

Cloud Cover

97%

Wave Period

4.6s

Air Temperature

30.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site
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Dive Score Chart for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.6485/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.16m, Wind 25.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.361633333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Parasasa Beach / Crash Site: 06:00
Sunset at Parasasa Beach / Crash Site: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Parasasa Beach / Crash Site 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
12:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.16m (4.7s), Wind: 25.2 m/s

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Safest Overall
11:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.16m (4.7s), Wind: 24 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 26 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

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 Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

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 Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.4
March
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

September

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.4m / 37.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.2m / 7.2ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Parasasa Beach / Crash Site

Parasasa Beach / Crash Site shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.7°C) and December the coldest (22.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 20, 2026

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