The Arch
The Arch, located in the southern part of Bass Point, Australia, offers a thrilling underwater experience at a depth of approximately 28 meters. This dive site can be accessed either by swimming around from Bushrangers Bay or as a boat dive.
Divers exploring The Arch will be delighted by its impressive swim-through, which reaches a height of 3 to 4 meters, subject to sand movement. With a visibility of 8 meters, this site provides clear views of its fascinating marine life. Keep an eye out for Grey Nurse Sharks and Slipper Lobsters, as they occasionally grace the area.
To fully enjoy The Arch dive, it is recommended for advanced and expert divers due to the maximum depth of 16 meters. This site is a part of the Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve and is conveniently located near Fisherman's Walk in Shell Cove, New South Wales.
Experience the excitement and beauty of The Arch dive site, where adrenaline-seeking divers can explore its stunning underwater landscape in Australia's vibrant waters.
Divers exploring The Arch will be delighted by its impressive swim-through, which reaches a height of 3 to 4 meters, subject to sand movement. With a visibility of 8 meters, this site provides clear views of its fascinating marine life. Keep an eye out for Grey Nurse Sharks and Slipper Lobsters, as they occasionally grace the area.
To fully enjoy The Arch dive, it is recommended for advanced and expert divers due to the maximum depth of 16 meters. This site is a part of the Bushrangers Bay Aquatic Reserve and is conveniently located near Fisherman's Walk in Shell Cove, New South Wales.
Experience the excitement and beauty of The Arch dive site, where adrenaline-seeking divers can explore its stunning underwater landscape in Australia's vibrant waters.
Diving Conditions Score for The Arch
5.3
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Arch
Depth
16m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for The Arch
Wave Height
1.08m
Wind Speed
10.8 m/s
Water Temp
19.1°C
Visibility
58.74km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
7.3s
Air Temperature
7.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Arch
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Dive Score Chart for The Arch
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 6.863333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.1m, Wind 7.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.325703854875283/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Arch: 06:00
Sunset at The Arch: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Arch 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
13:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.1m (7.1s), Wind: 7.1 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 9.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The ArchAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Arch
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 The Arch
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for The Arch
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for The Arch
Water Temp
23.5°C / 74.3°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Arch
The Arch follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.5°C) and December the coldest (19.5°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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