Point Cistern, Carriacou
Point Cistern offers a relatively shallow dive with a maximum depth of 15m. With a visibility of 16m, divers can explore the underwater world and discover a plethora of small creatures. Stingrays, octopuses, and lobsters are commonly spotted here, hiding among the rocks. Macro lovers and photographers will be delighted by the variety of small critters like slugs, shrimps, and juveniles.
For those visiting during the dry season, diving at Point Cistern is a must. The dive site boasts breathtaking steep cliffs, rocks, and a stunning coral reef that opens up to a vast expanse of yellow finger coral. This picturesque scenery creates the perfect backdrop for wide-angle dives, allowing divers to immerse themselves in the beauty of Grenada's underwater world.
Located near L'Esterre, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, Grenada, Point Cistern is a convenient and captivating dive site that offers an unforgettable experience for divers of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, don't miss the opportunity to explore the wonders of Point Cistern while diving in Grenada.
Diving Conditions Score for Point Cistern, Carriacou
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Point Cistern, Carriacou
Depth
15m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Point Cistern, Carriacou
Wave Height
1.28m
Wind Speed
27.3 m/s
Water Temp
27.8°C
Visibility
35.92km
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
5.65s
Air Temperature
27°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Point Cistern, Carriacou
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.6707/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.2m, Wind 23.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 6.2955/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Point Cistern, Carriacou 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: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.2m (5.7s), Wind: 23.5 m/s
Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 23.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Point Cistern, CarriacouAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Point Cistern, Carriacou
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 Point Cistern, Carriacou
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Point Cistern, Carriacou
Ideal Conditions for Point Cistern, Carriacou
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
June
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
September
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Point Cistern, Carriacou
Point Cistern, Carriacou shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (22.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 2.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, 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 9, 2026