Sunset House Reef
Sunset House Reef, located in the beautiful Cayman Islands, is renowned as the top dive site in the area. With its crystal-clear water and close proximity to shore, this site offers a spectacular diving experience for both scuba enthusiasts and snorkelers.
One of the highlights of Sunset House Reef is the opportunity to encounter a variety of fascinating marine life. Keep an eye out for the mesmerizing sea turtles that call this reef home. Additionally, you may come across eels, nurse sharks, and even majestic manta rays during your dive.
With a visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, Sunset House Reef ensures excellent underwater visibility, allowing divers to fully appreciate the stunning underwater world. This makes it an ideal location for divers of all levels, including beginners.
Situated at Sunset House, South Church Street, Rock Hole, George Town, KY1-9000, Cayman Islands, this dive site is conveniently located and easily accessible for divers. Don't miss the chance to explore the wonders of Sunset House Reef on your next diving adventure in the Cayman Islands.
One of the highlights of Sunset House Reef is the opportunity to encounter a variety of fascinating marine life. Keep an eye out for the mesmerizing sea turtles that call this reef home. Additionally, you may come across eels, nurse sharks, and even majestic manta rays during your dive.
With a visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, Sunset House Reef ensures excellent underwater visibility, allowing divers to fully appreciate the stunning underwater world. This makes it an ideal location for divers of all levels, including beginners.
Situated at Sunset House, South Church Street, Rock Hole, George Town, KY1-9000, Cayman Islands, this dive site is conveniently located and easily accessible for divers. Don't miss the chance to explore the wonders of Sunset House Reef on your next diving adventure in the Cayman Islands.
Diving Conditions Score for Sunset House Reef
5.6
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sunset House Reef
Depth
16m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Sunset House Reef
Wave Height
1.34m
Wind Speed
21.2 m/s
Water Temp
29.4°C
Visibility
36.96km
Cloud Cover
91%
Wave Period
6.9s
Air Temperature
32.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sunset House Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Sunset House Reef
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 6.403533333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.36m, Wind 19.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 5.865066666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sunset House Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Sunset House Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sunset House 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
16:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.36m (7.05s), Wind: 19.1 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 5.9/10
Waves: 1.36m, Wind: 20.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sunset House ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sunset House 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 Sunset House Reef
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sunset House Reef
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Sunset House Reef
Water Temp
21.9°C / 71.4°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sunset House Reef
Sunset House Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.9°C) and December the coldest (17.9°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
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