Sandy Island Lighthouse, Carriacou
Similar to Sandy Garden and Drift dive sites, this location is teeming with vibrant reef fish, nurse sharks, and passing eagle rays. Additionally, divers can observe stingrays resting at the bottom of the reef. The site boasts a large colony of soft coral and colorful sponges, creating a visually stunning underwater experience.
The Lighthouse dive site is particularly captivating when started from the top of the island as a drift dive. However, it is also possible to start from the mooring line and do an out-and-back dive. The dive begins in a shallow area on a sandy patch, then continues towards the left side where divers can encounter the reef. Keep an eye out for nurse sharks and other fascinating creatures along the way.
With a visibility of 17m and a maximum depth of 16m, this dive site is well-suited for beginners. Located in Grenada, it is conveniently close to L'Esterre, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique.
Diving Conditions Score for Sandy Island Lighthouse, Carriacou
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sandy Island Lighthouse, Carriacou
Depth
16m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Sandy Island Lighthouse, Carriacou
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
23.6 m/s
Water Temp
28.1°C
Visibility
13.64km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
5.65s
Air Temperature
27°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for Sandy Island Lighthouse, Carriacou
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.6702/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.2m, Wind 26.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.1919/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Sandy Island Lighthouse, 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: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.2m (5.7s), Wind: 26.7 m/s
Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.2m, Wind: 29.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sandy Island Lighthouse, CarriacouAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sandy Island Lighthouse, 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 Lighthouse, Carriacou
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sandy Island Lighthouse, Carriacou
Ideal Conditions for Sandy Island Lighthouse, 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 Lighthouse, Carriacou
Sandy Island Lighthouse, 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 17, 2026