Sweet Lips
This captivating dive site in Mauritius showcases an enchanting underwater world. It consists of two separate sections of reef, with a sand bank in between. Offering excellent visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 19m, this site is perfect for both beginner and advanced divers. Whether you're a novice or experienced diver, you'll have a seamless exploration experience in this underwater paradise. The site's profile is relatively easy, making it ideal for macro photography enthusiasts. Take your time to marvel at the breathtaking beauty of this location, as every corner of the reef unveils stunning marine life. Situated near Bassin Vert, Avenue Souffleur, Flic en Flac, Black River, 90512, Mauritius, this dive site guarantees an unforgettable diving experience. Immerse yourself in the wonders that await you at this extraordinary location in Mauritius.
Diving Conditions Score for Sweet Lips
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 Sweet Lips
Depth
19m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Sweet Lips
Wave Height
2.4m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
25.5°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
11.15s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sweet Lips
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Dive Score Chart for Sweet Lips
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.126666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.4m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.626666666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sweet Lips: 06:00
Sunset at Sweet Lips: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sweet Lips 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
6:00Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 2.4m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 5.6/10
Waves: 2.4m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sweet LipsAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sweet Lips
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 Sweet Lips
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Sweet Lips
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Sweet Lips
Water Temp
22.0°C / 71.6°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sweet Lips
Sweet Lips follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.0°C) and December the coldest (18.0°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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