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Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

Experience a serene and leisurely drift dive starting on the north side of Sandy Island and heading west towards Mabouya Island. Discover a gently sloping reef teeming with diverse marine life, making it an excellent spot for lionfish hunting.

Immerse yourself in the abundant sea life, with blue creole wrasse and brown chromis taking center stage. Keep an eye out for the elusive nurse sharks hiding beneath the overhangs, as well as the graceful eagle rays and stingrays gracefully passing by.

This picturesque dive offers tranquility and simplicity, with a maximum depth of 17m (56ft). It is suitable for both novice divers and those seeking the adventure of lionfish hunting. You may even have the chance to encounter magnificent eagle rays and witness stingrays settling in the sandy seabed near the reef. Be sure to explore the nooks and crannies between the corals and gorgonians to discover hidden creatures like lobsters and moray eels.

Located in Grenada, this dive site provides excellent visibility of up to 18m (59ft). With its close proximity to L'Esterre, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, it is easily accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater experience.

Diving Conditions Score for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

6.1
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

Depth

17m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou
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Dive Score Chart for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou: 06:00
Sunset at Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Sandy Island Drift, 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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sandy Island Drift, 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 Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.2°C / 70.2°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou

Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.2°C) and December the coldest (17.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 0.0mm 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 22, 2026

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