Sunnyside
Sunnyside is a breathtaking dive site located in the United States. This site features a stunning drop-off, making it perfect for divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced. To fully enjoy the dive, maintaining good buoyancy is crucial. It is highly recommended to carry a dive flag that you can tow behind you for added safety, as the area tends to be busy with boats during the summer months. Parking at the site, located at William Kent State Park, is limited, so it's advisable to arrive early to secure a spot.
While the site may have limited wildlife, the underwater creatures you encounter here are fascinating. Keep an eye out for crawfish, Crystal Shrimp, and Paiute sculpin, which are common sights. If you're lucky, you may even spot some magnificent Mackinaw trout during your dive.
With a maximum depth of 12m and visibility reaching up to 9m, Sunnyside offers divers an unforgettable underwater experience. So pack your gear and get ready to explore this incredible dive site at Tahoe Woods, Tahoe City, Placer County, California, 96145, United States. Discover the wonders that await you at Sunnyside!
While the site may have limited wildlife, the underwater creatures you encounter here are fascinating. Keep an eye out for crawfish, Crystal Shrimp, and Paiute sculpin, which are common sights. If you're lucky, you may even spot some magnificent Mackinaw trout during your dive.
With a maximum depth of 12m and visibility reaching up to 9m, Sunnyside offers divers an unforgettable underwater experience. So pack your gear and get ready to explore this incredible dive site at Tahoe Woods, Tahoe City, Placer County, California, 96145, United States. Discover the wonders that await you at Sunnyside!
Diving Conditions Score for Sunnyside
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 Sunnyside
Depth
12m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Sunnyside
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.2 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
66.5km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
25.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sunnyside
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Dive Score Chart for Sunnyside
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.353333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 0.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.643333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sunnyside: 06:00
Sunset at Sunnyside: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sunnyside 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
11:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 0.4 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for SunnysideAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sunnyside
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 Sunnyside
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sunnyside
January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Sunnyside
Water Temp
18.5°C / 65.3°F
July
Visibility
17.6m / 57.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sunnyside
Sunnyside shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (18.5°C) and December the coldest (-3.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.4m 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 - Jul 7, 2026
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