Red Cliff
Red Cliffs is a popular dive site located at the southeastern end of Utila Island in Honduras. Its name is derived from the stunning wall of red hard and soft corals that can be found here. This site is highly favored by divers due to its accessibility by boat, making it a quick and convenient choice for exploration.
When diving at Red Cliffs, divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life. The area is teeming with vibrant Red Corals, as well as fascinating species such as boxfish, lionfish, eels, and groupers. Additionally, it is recommended to keep a lookout for rays in the sandy areas.
With a visibility of 13m and a maximum depth of 18m, Red Cliffs offers divers a rewarding underwater experience. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site caters to divers of all skill levels. Located in the beautiful country of Honduras, specifically at Old Airport Road, La Punta, Útila, Bay Islands, this dive location is a must-visit in the Bay Islands region.
Experience the captivating beauty of Red Cliffs and immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater world that this dive site has to offer. Start planning your dive adventure today!
When diving at Red Cliffs, divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life. The area is teeming with vibrant Red Corals, as well as fascinating species such as boxfish, lionfish, eels, and groupers. Additionally, it is recommended to keep a lookout for rays in the sandy areas.
With a visibility of 13m and a maximum depth of 18m, Red Cliffs offers divers a rewarding underwater experience. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site caters to divers of all skill levels. Located in the beautiful country of Honduras, specifically at Old Airport Road, La Punta, Útila, Bay Islands, this dive location is a must-visit in the Bay Islands region.
Experience the captivating beauty of Red Cliffs and immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater world that this dive site has to offer. Start planning your dive adventure today!
Diving Conditions Score for Red Cliff
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Red Cliff
Depth
18m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Red Cliff
Wave Height
1.58m
Wind Speed
27.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.3°C
Visibility
27.34km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
5.75s
Air Temperature
28.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Red Cliff
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Dive Score Chart for Red Cliff
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.133333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 34.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.66/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Red Cliff: 06:00
Sunset at Red Cliff: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Red Cliff 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.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.06m (5.2s), Wind: 34.8 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.08m, Wind: 28.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Red CliffAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Red Cliff
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 Red Cliff
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Red Cliff
January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.1
March
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Red Cliff
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
August
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Red Cliff
Red Cliff shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.7°C) and January the coldest (21.6°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 0.0mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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