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Shark Reef

Explore the incredible 3-mile-long strip of shallow reef in the beautiful waters of Grenada. With depths ranging from 30ft/10m to 17m/50ft, this dive site is teeming with life, including a thriving population of small nurse sharks. The Atlantic currents can sometimes reach speeds of 4 knots, but we carefully schedule our dives to avoid these challenging conditions.

Immerse yourself in a world of discovery as you explore the diverse ecosystem of this shallow reef. From hidden nooks and crannies to vibrant coral formations, every inch of this underwater paradise holds the potential for incredible encounters. Keep your eyes peeled for baby nurse sharks, lobsters, king crabs, and a multitude of other fascinating marine creatures.

With excellent visibility of up to 17m, even beginner divers can comfortably enjoy the wonders of this dive site. The maximum depth of 18m allows for ample opportunity to explore and appreciate the diverse marine life that calls this reef home.

Located near True Blue, Saint George, in Grenada, this dive site offers convenient access to underwater wonders without compromising on the beauty and richness of the surrounding environment. Plan your dive adventure today and prepare to be captivated by the enchanting world beneath the waves.

Diving Conditions Score for Shark Reef

6.8
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 Shark Reef

Depth

18m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Shark Reef

Wave Height

1.94m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

27.9°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

6.1s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Shark Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Shark Reef

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.286666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.94m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.786666666666667/10.

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

Sunrise at Shark Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Shark Reef: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Shark Reef 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
6:00

Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.94m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.94m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Shark Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shark Reef

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 Reef

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 Shark Reef

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Shark Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.2°C / 70.2°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Shark Reef

Shark Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.2°C) and December the coldest (17.2°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.

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

Last updated: 32 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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