Taylor’s Cross
This stunning site resembles a cross, with magnificent pinnacles resting atop a northwesterly to southeasterly ridge. Beginning at a depth of 6 meters and reaching a maximum depth of 24 meters, Midway Reef features a sandy bottom adorned with breathtaking sea fans. It's a must-visit spot for snorkelers with some experience, especially during incoming tides.
Prepare to be captivated by the colorful display of soft and hard coral, swaying sea whips, and imposing sea fans. As you dive deeper, encounter spectacular marine creatures including barracudas, grey, blacktip and whitetip reef sharks, green and hawksbill sea turtles, spotted sweet lips, groupers, lionfish, and majestic eagle rays.
Embark on a 45-minute boat ride to Midway Reef and savor the scenic beauty of the Suncoast coastline, passing by charming villages along the way. Gain insights into the local history from our knowledgeable crew members, who call some of these villages home.
At Midway Reef, pay tribute to the late Alan Bola Taylor, whose legacy lives on through this extraordinary dive site. Dive with respect for the ocean and revel in its wonders.
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Diving Conditions Score for Taylor’s Cross
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Taylor’s Cross
Depth
24m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Taylor’s Cross
Wave Height
0.76m
Wind Speed
32.8 m/s
Water Temp
25.6°C
Visibility
53.48km
Cloud Cover
14%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
24°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Taylor’s Cross
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.924433333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 30.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.537133333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Taylor’s Cross 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.
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.8m (4.2s), Wind: 30.6 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 31 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Taylor’s CrossAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Taylor’s Cross
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 Taylor’s Cross
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Taylor’s Cross
Ideal Conditions for Taylor’s Cross
Water Temp
21.7°C / 71.1°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Taylor’s Cross
Taylor’s Cross follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.7°C) and December the coldest (17.7°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