Sponge Gardens
Located in the beautiful waters of The Bahamas, this dive site offers a thrilling underwater experience for divers of all levels. With a sloping reef starting at 45' (13m) and descending to an exciting depth of 90' (27m), this site showcases a stunning spur and grove formation, complete with swim throughs and channels.
As this dive site is positioned at the edge of the Gulf Stream, it can sometimes experience strong currents, making it a favorite destination for drift dives. The currents often attract pelagic fishes and creatures, offering divers the chance to encounter an array of marine life. Common sightings include majestic sea turtles, graceful nurse sharks, vibrant triggerfish, surgeon fish, and elusive jawfish.
Enhancing the diving experience is the impressive visibility of 19m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty and diversity of the underwater ecosystem. With a maximum depth of 20m, this dive site is suitable for beginners and provides a safe and enjoyable environment for those new to diving.
For an unforgettable underwater adventure, dive into the crystal-clear waters of this incredible site, located just off the shores of Bimini, The Bahamas. Discover the wonders of the sea and create lasting memories in this captivating underwater paradise.
As this dive site is positioned at the edge of the Gulf Stream, it can sometimes experience strong currents, making it a favorite destination for drift dives. The currents often attract pelagic fishes and creatures, offering divers the chance to encounter an array of marine life. Common sightings include majestic sea turtles, graceful nurse sharks, vibrant triggerfish, surgeon fish, and elusive jawfish.
Enhancing the diving experience is the impressive visibility of 19m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty and diversity of the underwater ecosystem. With a maximum depth of 20m, this dive site is suitable for beginners and provides a safe and enjoyable environment for those new to diving.
For an unforgettable underwater adventure, dive into the crystal-clear waters of this incredible site, located just off the shores of Bimini, The Bahamas. Discover the wonders of the sea and create lasting memories in this captivating underwater paradise.
Diving Conditions Score for Sponge Gardens
7.2
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sponge Gardens
Depth
20m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Sponge Gardens
Wave Height
0.42m
Wind Speed
14.1 m/s
Water Temp
30.1°C
Visibility
19.3km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.75s
Air Temperature
28.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sponge Gardens
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Dive Score Chart for Sponge Gardens
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 8.406928571428573/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.44m, Wind 0.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.884814814814815/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sponge Gardens: 06:00
Sunset at Sponge Gardens: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sponge Gardens 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
12:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.44m (3.85s), Wind: 0.8 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 1.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sponge GardensAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sponge Gardens
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 Sponge Gardens
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sponge Gardens
February
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.8
January
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Sponge Gardens
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
June
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sponge Gardens
Sponge Gardens shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.1°C) and January the coldest (18.4°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). February is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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 20, 2026
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