Scotts Head Pinnacle
Diving at this site in the water is always a fantastic experience! It offers an incredible array of underwater landscapes, including walls, swimthroughs, caverns, flat sandy areas, and large rocky playgrounds teeming with marine life. One of the main highlights is the opportunity to swim through the volcanic crater wall and explore the volcano itself. Once you descend onto the wall, you can sit back and marvel at the breathtaking sights!
This site showcases a wide range of marine species, from massive schools of barracudas to delicate yellowhead jawfish hiding in the sand. You'll also encounter mesmerizing waterfalls of creole wrasse and scad, along with fascinating seahorses along the wall. Every moment spent here is filled with excitement and wonder.
Located in Dominica, this dive site offers a visibility of 24m and reaches a maximum depth of 21m. Due to its unique features and potential challenges, diving at this site is recommended for advanced divers. Situated near Cachacrou Fort in Scotts Head, Saint Mark Parish, it's conveniently accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Explore the beauty and diversity of this incredible dive site and create memories that will last a lifetime. So, grab your gear and get ready to dive into the wonders of the underwater world at this extraordinary location in Dominica!
This site showcases a wide range of marine species, from massive schools of barracudas to delicate yellowhead jawfish hiding in the sand. You'll also encounter mesmerizing waterfalls of creole wrasse and scad, along with fascinating seahorses along the wall. Every moment spent here is filled with excitement and wonder.
Located in Dominica, this dive site offers a visibility of 24m and reaches a maximum depth of 21m. Due to its unique features and potential challenges, diving at this site is recommended for advanced divers. Situated near Cachacrou Fort in Scotts Head, Saint Mark Parish, it's conveniently accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Explore the beauty and diversity of this incredible dive site and create memories that will last a lifetime. So, grab your gear and get ready to dive into the wonders of the underwater world at this extraordinary location in Dominica!
Diving Conditions Score for Scotts Head Pinnacle
6.3
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Scotts Head Pinnacle
Depth
21m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Scotts Head Pinnacle
Wave Height
1.96m
Wind Speed
30.6 m/s
Water Temp
28.3°C
Visibility
12.38km
Cloud Cover
29%
Wave Period
6.25s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Scotts Head Pinnacle
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Dive Score Chart for Scotts Head Pinnacle
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 5.604/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.92m, Wind 26.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.4339/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Scotts Head Pinnacle: 06:00
Sunset at Scotts Head Pinnacle: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Scotts Head Pinnacle 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: 5.6/10
Waves: 1.92m (6.25s), Wind: 26.4 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 5.6/10
Waves: 1.92m (6.25s), Wind: 28 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 5.4/10
Waves: 1.74m, Wind: 23.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Scotts Head PinnacleAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Scotts Head Pinnacle
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 Scotts Head Pinnacle
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 Scotts Head Pinnacle
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Scotts Head Pinnacle
Water Temp
21.5°C / 70.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Scotts Head Pinnacle
Scotts Head Pinnacle shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.5°C) and December the coldest (17.5°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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