Sheraton Caverns
Prepare to be amazed by the stunning sight of humpback whales and playful dolphins above the water's surface. Below, the lava tubes are teeming with an abundance of marine life, including eels, crabs, octopuses, lobsters, and shrimp. It's aptly nicknamed "the circus" for good reason.
For a truly memorable dive experience, Sheraton Caverns is an excellent choice. With a visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, it is suitable for beginners as well. Located in Poipu, Kauaʻi County, Hawaii, 96756, United States, this dive site promises an unforgettable adventure in the United States.
Diving Conditions Score for Sheraton Caverns
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sheraton Caverns
Depth
20m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Sheraton Caverns
Wave Height
1.24m
Wind Speed
14.6 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
11.12km
Cloud Cover
34%
Wave Period
12.05s
Air Temperature
26.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Sheraton Caverns
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.981936237897649/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.24m, Wind 13 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.142/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Sheraton Caverns 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.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.2m (12.5s), Wind: 8.4 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.24m (12.05s), Wind: 13 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.24m, Wind: 13 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sheraton CavernsAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sheraton Caverns
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 Sheraton Caverns
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sheraton Caverns
Ideal Conditions for Sheraton Caverns
Water Temp
22.2°C / 72.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sheraton Caverns
Sheraton Caverns shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.2°C) and December the coldest (18.2°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026