Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou
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
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
Weather Conditions for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou
Wave Height
1.48m
Wind Speed
33.7 m/s
Water Temp
28.2°C
Visibility
4.98km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
6.15s
Air Temperature
27.8°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 6.0339/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.52m, Wind 31.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 5.5736/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
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.
Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.52m (6.2s), Wind: 31.9 m/s
Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.46m (6.15s), Wind: 31.3 m/s
Score: 5.6/10
Waves: 1.42m, Wind: 29.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sandy Island Drift, CarriacouAlpha
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
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou
Ideal Conditions for Sandy Island Drift, 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 Sandy Island Drift, Carriacou
Sandy Island Drift, 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 30, 2026