Syracusa
The SS Siracusa, formerly known as the SS Bavaria, met its fate off Towan Headland in a storm while transporting coal from Newquay. This underwater dive site offers a maximum depth of 36m, allowing advanced divers to explore its hidden treasures.
Divers can expect to encounter a vibrant marine ecosystem featuring pink sea fans, Devonshire cup corals, conger eels, lobsters, and a variety of larger fish species. With a visibility of 8m, the underwater visibility is sufficient to fully appreciate the diverse marine life dwelling in these waters.
Located near the picturesque town of Newquay in Cornwall, South West England, this dive site offers a unique opportunity to explore a historic shipwreck. Immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of the SS Siracusa while surrounded by the beauty of the United Kingdom's coastal surroundings.
Divers can expect to encounter a vibrant marine ecosystem featuring pink sea fans, Devonshire cup corals, conger eels, lobsters, and a variety of larger fish species. With a visibility of 8m, the underwater visibility is sufficient to fully appreciate the diverse marine life dwelling in these waters.
Located near the picturesque town of Newquay in Cornwall, South West England, this dive site offers a unique opportunity to explore a historic shipwreck. Immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of the SS Siracusa while surrounded by the beauty of the United Kingdom's coastal surroundings.
Diving Conditions Score for Syracusa
5
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Syracusa
Depth
32m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Syracusa
Wave Height
1.2m
Wind Speed
15.8 m/s
Water Temp
17.7°C
Visibility
20.36km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6.25s
Air Temperature
17°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Syracusa
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Dive Score Chart for Syracusa
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 6.435333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.1m, Wind 20.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 5.7299999999999995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Syracusa : 06:00
Sunset at Syracusa : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Syracusa 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
15:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.1m (6s), Wind: 20.5 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 5.7/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 20.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Syracusa Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Syracusa
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 Syracusa
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Syracusa
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Syracusa
Water Temp
17.8°C / 64.0°F
August
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
January
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Syracusa
Syracusa shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.8°C) and December the coldest (2.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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 4, 2026
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