Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
Steve’s Bommie, one of the most captivating and beloved dive sites on the Ribbon Reefs, offers a truly enchanting underwater experience. Immersed in crystal-clear waters, this magnificent pinnacle emerges from a depth of 30 meters, teeming with an extraordinary array of marine life.
Schools of trevallies, fusiliers, and surgeonfish gracefully encircle the site, while a closer exploration of the cracks and crevices reveals the fascinating presence of stonefish and nudibranchs. The visibility at Steve’s Bommie reaches an impressive 21 meters, allowing for an enhanced diving experience. With a maximum depth of 24 meters, this site accommodates divers of various skill levels, from beginners to advanced.
Located in Australia, Steve’s Bommie is conveniently situated nearby. Plan your dive and embark on an unforgettable adventure in this captivating underwater oasis.
Schools of trevallies, fusiliers, and surgeonfish gracefully encircle the site, while a closer exploration of the cracks and crevices reveals the fascinating presence of stonefish and nudibranchs. The visibility at Steve’s Bommie reaches an impressive 21 meters, allowing for an enhanced diving experience. With a maximum depth of 24 meters, this site accommodates divers of various skill levels, from beginners to advanced.
Located in Australia, Steve’s Bommie is conveniently situated nearby. Plan your dive and embark on an unforgettable adventure in this captivating underwater oasis.
Diving Conditions Score for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
7.1
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
Depth
24m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
Wave Height
1.46m
Wind Speed
32.7 m/s
Water Temp
24.3°C
Visibility
43.06km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
6.45s
Air Temperature
24.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.6510333333333325/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.42m, Wind 31.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.2021999999999995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 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.
Best Overall
9:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.42m (6.45s), Wind: 31.7 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.42m, Wind: 32.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 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 Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
June
Score: 9.4
July
Score: 9.4
May
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
September
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef
Steve’s Bommie - Ribbon No 3 Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.4°C) and July the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 2.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). September is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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