Parola/Lighthouse
One of the highlights of this site is the awe-inspiring "Sentinel" boulder, which teems with fascinating marine critters. Exploring Lighthouse Cove, divers can expect moderate to strong currents that create an exhilarating dive environment. Keep your eyes peeled, as sharks and rays gracefully surf along these currents, adding an extra dash of excitement to your underwater adventure.
With an impressive visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, Lighthouse Cove promises breathtaking views and ample opportunities for underwater exploration. Whether you are enchanted by the stunning rock formations or searching for encounters with majestic marine creatures, Lighthouse Cove holds countless treasures to discover.
Diving Conditions Score for Parola/Lighthouse
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Parola/Lighthouse
Depth
23m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Parola/Lighthouse
Wave Height
0.86m
Wind Speed
23.2 m/s
Water Temp
31.1°C
Visibility
11.3km
Cloud Cover
97%
Wave Period
3.95s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Parola/Lighthouse
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.8966666666666665/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 16.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.522345679012345/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Parola/Lighthouse 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: 0.62m (4.1s), Wind: 16.7 m/s
Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 15.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Parola/LighthouseAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Parola/Lighthouse
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 Parola/Lighthouse
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Parola/Lighthouse
Ideal Conditions for Parola/Lighthouse
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
11.1m / 36.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Parola/Lighthouse
Parola/Lighthouse shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (22.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 0.4mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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 23, 2026