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Sunset Rocks

Located just a short distance from Beau Vallon Beach and Bel Ombre Marina in the stunning Seychelles, our dive site offers an unforgettable underwater experience for divers of all levels. Known as Sunset Rocks, this dive spot is situated near Sunset Beach Hotel on the North Coast Road in Glacis, Mahé, Seychelles. With a maximum depth of 18m and excellent visibility reaching up to 16m, Sunset Rocks provides the perfect conditions for both beginners and experienced divers.

This dive site is characterized by its sandy bed and magnificent granite rocks, creating a picturesque backdrop for your diving adventure. But it's not just about the scenery - Sunset Rocks is home to a diverse array of marine life that will captivate divers. From the majestic Hawksbill turtle to the elusive pipe fish, lion fish, stone fish, bat fish, butterfly fish, angel fish, moray eel, and octopus, there's no shortage of underwater wonders to encounter.

Whether you're seeking a thrilling dive or simply want to immerse yourself in the beauty of the underwater world, Sunset Rocks has it all. Prepare to be amazed by the vibrant marine ecosystem and the abundance of fascinating creatures that call this dive site their home.

Begin your diving adventure at Sunset Rocks, where unforgettable moments await you beneath the turquoise waters of the Seychelles. Experience the magic of this dive site and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Diving Conditions Score for Sunset Rocks

7.1
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Sunset Rocks

Depth

18m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Sunset Rocks

Wave Height

1.4m

Wind Speed

17.2 m/s

Water Temp

26.8°C

Visibility

12.64km

Cloud Cover

94%

Wave Period

8.8s

Air Temperature

26°C

Precipitation

0.1 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sunset Rocks
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Dive Score Chart for Sunset Rocks

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.605133333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.42m, Wind 19.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.417833333333334/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Sunset Rocks: 06:00
Sunset at Sunset Rocks: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Sunset Rocks 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.

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Best Overall
12:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.42m (8.45s), Wind: 19.4 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.38m, Wind: 18.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Sunset Rocks
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sunset Rocks

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 Rocks

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Sunset Rocks

June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.4

Ideal Conditions for Sunset Rocks

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.6m / 38.1ft

July

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

April

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Sunset Rocks

Sunset Rocks follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.9°C) and December the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 9, 2026

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