Roccadilly
Located just a 10-minute boat ride south from Boca Chica in the Dominican Republic, our centrally positioned dive site in the lagoon is perfect for both beginner and advanced divers. With depths ranging from approximately 12 to 25 meters, this site offers a diverse underwater experience.
You'll encounter a wide variety of reef fish such as groupers, triggerfish, and moray eels, as well as fascinating creatures like lobsters and snails. Don't miss the impressive sight of large sponges which occasionally house king crabs.
This beautiful dive site offers easy accessibility and is suited for divers of all skill levels. The ideal diving depth here is between 13 and 20 meters, allowing you to fully explore the well-covered reef and sandy areas. The shallow region lends itself to a relaxed and enjoyable dive experience.
With a visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, you'll have excellent conditions to appreciate the underwater wonders that await you. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, our dive site in the Dominican Republic promises an unforgettable underwater adventure.
You'll encounter a wide variety of reef fish such as groupers, triggerfish, and moray eels, as well as fascinating creatures like lobsters and snails. Don't miss the impressive sight of large sponges which occasionally house king crabs.
This beautiful dive site offers easy accessibility and is suited for divers of all skill levels. The ideal diving depth here is between 13 and 20 meters, allowing you to fully explore the well-covered reef and sandy areas. The shallow region lends itself to a relaxed and enjoyable dive experience.
With a visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, you'll have excellent conditions to appreciate the underwater wonders that await you. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, our dive site in the Dominican Republic promises an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Roccadilly
8.3
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Roccadilly
Depth
21m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Roccadilly
Wave Height
1.04m
Wind Speed
8.8 m/s
Water Temp
28.5°C
Visibility
33.46km
Cloud Cover
13%
Wave Period
6.4s
Air Temperature
27.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Roccadilly
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Dive Score Chart for Roccadilly
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.672633333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.1m, Wind 8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.056233333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Roccadilly: 06:00
Sunset at Roccadilly: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Roccadilly 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
7:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1.1m (6.35s), Wind: 8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 8.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for RoccadillyAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Roccadilly
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 Roccadilly
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Roccadilly
January
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Roccadilly
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
June
Visibility
14.8m / 48.6ft
January
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Roccadilly
Roccadilly shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.9°C) and December the coldest (20.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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). December 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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