Shark Alley
This dive site, located approximately 8 km offshore, is an exclusive boat-accessible destination. Shark Alley offers an average depth of 3 metres, with a maximum depth of 5 metres. Divers exploring this site will have the opportunity to encounter playful seals that may curiously nibble on fins and blow bubbles. However, it is essential to remember that these are wild animals and should not be engaged in play.
November marks the return of male seals from their long foraging journeys at sea. They gather at Geyser Rock for mating purposes, creating a remarkable spectacle for divers to observe.
With a visibility of 8m and a maximum depth of 9m, Shark Alley provides an ideal diving experience for beginners. This extraordinary dive site is situated near Bakovenrots on Main Road, The Boulders, Cape Town Ward 61, Simon's Town, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, 7995, South Africa.
November marks the return of male seals from their long foraging journeys at sea. They gather at Geyser Rock for mating purposes, creating a remarkable spectacle for divers to observe.
With a visibility of 8m and a maximum depth of 9m, Shark Alley provides an ideal diving experience for beginners. This extraordinary dive site is situated near Bakovenrots on Main Road, The Boulders, Cape Town Ward 61, Simon's Town, City of Cape Town, Western Cape, 7995, South Africa.
Diving Conditions Score for Shark Alley
4.2
Below AverageChallenging conditions, for experienced divers only.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Shark Alley
Depth
9m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Shark Alley
Wave Height
2.14m
Wind Speed
29.7 m/s
Water Temp
14.8°C
Visibility
34.46km
Cloud Cover
96%
Wave Period
9.65s
Air Temperature
15°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Shark Alley
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Dive Score Chart for Shark Alley
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 4.818766666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.06m, Wind 27.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 4.266933333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Shark Alley: 06:00
Sunset at Shark Alley: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Shark Alley 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
11:00Score: 4.8/10
Waves: 2.06m (10s), Wind: 27.5 m/s
Safest Overall
12:00Score: 4.8/10
Waves: 2.04m (10.05s), Wind: 25.7 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 4.3/10
Waves: 2.16m, Wind: 31.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Shark AlleyAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shark Alley
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 Shark Alley
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Shark Alley
July
Score: 8.6
June
Score: 8.4
August
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Shark Alley
Water Temp
17.3°C / 63.1°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Shark Alley
Shark Alley follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (17.3°C) and September the coldest (12.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 2.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 18, 2026
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