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PEACH GROVE - GMI

Located on the Southern end of Great Mercury Island in New Zealand, Peachgrove boasts a breathtaking beach and dive sites that are a perfect match for divers of all levels. With a diverse ecosystem including kelp, sand, and reef, Peachgrove is a haven for a wide range of mesmerizing marine life. Close to the shore, there is a nursery teeming with baby crays and an abundance of fish life.

One of the standout dive spots in the area is the Outer Pin, which can have a strong current. Despite the current, this dive is truly captivating as it leads divers along a wall that drops off to 15m and then further down to 20m. Venturing deeper into the water, you'll find yourself amidst the graceful movement of kingfish and perhaps even catch a glimpse of the magnificent bronze whalers.

With excellent visibility of up to 9m and a maximum depth of 13m, Peachgrove is a remarkable destination for both beginner and advanced divers. Situated near Waikato in New Zealand, this dive site offers an unforgettable underwater experience that will leave you in awe.

Diving Conditions Score for PEACH GROVE - GMI

5.4
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for PEACH GROVE - GMI

Depth

13m

Visibility

9m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for PEACH GROVE - GMI

Wave Height

0.58m

Wind Speed

19.9 m/s

Water Temp

16.7°C

Visibility

48.3km

Cloud Cover

88%

Wave Period

5.75s

Air Temperature

15.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for PEACH GROVE - GMI
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Dive Score Chart for PEACH GROVE - GMI

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.381983992467045/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 2.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.374449438202247/10.

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

Sunrise at PEACH GROVE - GMI: 06:00
Sunset at PEACH GROVE - GMI: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at PEACH GROVE - GMI 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
16:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.46m (8.85s), Wind: 2.6 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 6.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for PEACH GROVE - GMI
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at PEACH GROVE - GMI

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 PEACH GROVE - GMI

Summer

Avg. Score: 7.9/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for PEACH GROVE - GMI

July
Score: 8.0
June
Score: 7.8
August
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for PEACH GROVE - GMI

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

17.9°C / 64.2°F

February

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.3m / 40.4ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for PEACH GROVE - GMI

PEACH GROVE - GMI follows southern hemisphere patterns with February being the warmest month (17.9°C) and September the coldest (11.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.6m 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 0.1mm 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 17, 2026

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