R.A.C. Point
Divers can find plenty of sheltered areas to escape the currents while witnessing the vibrant marine life thriving in the reef. From a variety of colorful reef fish to the majestic mantas and occasional Whale Sharks passing by, R.A.C. Point offers an unforgettable underwater experience for divers of all levels.
Discover the beauty of R.A.C. Point, a local gem for diving enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for R.A.C. Point
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for R.A.C. Point
Depth
20m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for R.A.C. Point
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
22.3 m/s
Water Temp
29.9°C
Visibility
29.72km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
3.45s
Air Temperature
31.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for R.A.C. Point
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 6.948154901960783/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.44m, Wind 15.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.554615384615385/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at R.A.C. Point 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: 0.44m (3.4s), Wind: 15.2 m/s
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.56m (3.5s), Wind: 22 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 11.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for R.A.C. PointAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at R.A.C. Point
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 R.A.C. Point
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for R.A.C. Point
Ideal Conditions for R.A.C. Point
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
10.5m / 34.4ft
June
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
August
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for R.A.C. Point
R.A.C. Point 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 August with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in August 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 0.9mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during August to October, 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