Shelter Cove
Located in India near Vasco da Gama, Mormugao, South Goa, this dive site offers ideal conditions for beginners and refresher sessions. With a maximum depth of 6m and a visibility of 5m, divers can explore a sandy bay with a small swim-through leading to the vibrant Coral Garden. As you descend, you'll encounter an array of plate and whip coral, adding to the underwater beauty of this site. Whether you're taking open water courses or looking for a picturesque diving experience, this dive site is perfect for divers of all levels.
Diving Conditions Score for Shelter Cove
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Shelter Cove
Depth
6m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Shelter Cove
Wave Height
1.18m
Wind Speed
15.7 m/s
Water Temp
30.9°C
Visibility
17.4km
Cloud Cover
58%
Wave Period
7.85s
Air Temperature
30°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Shelter Cove
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Dive Score Chart for Shelter Cove
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.192722633744856/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 15.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.188801606425703/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Shelter Cove: 06:00
Sunset at Shelter Cove: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Shelter Cove 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
17:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.12m (8.1s), Wind: 15.5 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.12m, Wind: 5.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Shelter CoveAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shelter Cove
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 Shelter Cove
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Shelter Cove
March
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.4
January
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Shelter Cove
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
June
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
November
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Shelter Cove
Shelter Cove shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.9°C) and January the coldest (22.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 2.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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 October to December, 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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