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Saxon Reef Magic Wall

Discover the enchanting underwater world of this dive site located in the Coral Sea, near Mackay in Queensland, Australia. With a maximum depth of 14m and excellent visibility at approximately 15m, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the shallow wall, descending to a depth of around 15m. As you explore this captivating underwater landscape, you'll encounter scattered bommies amidst the deeper sandy areas. These natural formations provide intriguing hideouts for eels and octopus, creating an exciting adventure for divers.

Prepare to encounter a diverse range of marine life during your dive. Be mesmerized by the graceful movements of white tip sharks and stingrays, while green turtles gracefully glide through the waters. Delight in the vibrant blue anemones teeming with clownfish, and keep an eye out for mesmerizing nudibranches, colorful butterflyfish, and intriguing octopus.

Plan your next diving expedition at this breathtaking dive site, which combines natural beauty, fascinating sea creatures, and accessible depths for all levels of divers. Experience the wonders of this underwater paradise and create unforgettable memories in the Coral Sea, Australia.

Diving Conditions Score for Saxon Reef Magic Wall

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 Saxon Reef Magic Wall

Depth

14m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Saxon Reef Magic Wall

Wave Height

1.28m

Wind Speed

36.3 m/s

Water Temp

24°C

Visibility

11.14km

Cloud Cover

23%

Wave Period

5.4s

Air Temperature

23.9°C

Precipitation

0.1 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Saxon Reef Magic Wall
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Dive Score Chart for Saxon Reef Magic Wall

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 6.476233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.22m, Wind 35.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.335966666666667/10.

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

Sunrise at Saxon Reef Magic Wall: 06:00
Sunset at Saxon Reef Magic Wall: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Saxon Reef Magic Wall 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
11:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.22m (5.3s), Wind: 35.3 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.14m (5.05s), Wind: 36.8 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 27 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Saxon Reef Magic Wall
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Saxon Reef Magic Wall

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 Saxon Reef Magic Wall

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Saxon Reef Magic Wall

June
Score: 9.3
May
Score: 9.2
July
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for Saxon Reef Magic Wall

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

25.9°C / 78.6°F

March

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

September

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.4m / 7.9ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Saxon Reef Magic Wall

Saxon Reef Magic Wall follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (25.9°C) and July the coldest (21.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.4m 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). January 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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