The Austin Smith (Wreck)
The Austin Smith, also known as the HMBS Flamingo, is a renowned dive site in the Exuma Cays, The Bahamas. This 90-foot Bahamian Defense Force Cutter, decommissioned in 1995, now serves as an incredible artificial reef, resting in 60 feet of water. Divers will be captivated by the diverse marine life residing in and around the wreck. Encounter nurse and reef sharks, eagle rays, turtles, and an abundance of vibrant fish species such as snapper, angelfish, grunts, anemones, and grouper.
With a maximum depth of 18m and excellent visibility of 22m, both beginner and advanced divers can explore this stunning underwater site. Whether you're new to diving or experienced, the Austin Smith promises an unforgettable adventure beneath the crystal-clear waters of Exuma, The Bahamas.
With a maximum depth of 18m and excellent visibility of 22m, both beginner and advanced divers can explore this stunning underwater site. Whether you're new to diving or experienced, the Austin Smith promises an unforgettable adventure beneath the crystal-clear waters of Exuma, The Bahamas.
Diving Conditions Score for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
8.2
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
Depth
18m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
18.6 m/s
Water Temp
28.8°C
Visibility
19.2km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
27.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.328184615384615/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 17.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 7.887624521072796/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Austin Smith (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at The Austin Smith (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Austin Smith (Wreck) 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
8:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.42m (3.9s), Wind: 17.3 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 20.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The Austin Smith (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Austin Smith (Wreck)
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 Austin Smith (Wreck)
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
September
Visibility
11.3m / 37.1ft
August
Wave Height
2.3m / 7.5ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Austin Smith (Wreck)
The Austin Smith (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (19.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.3m 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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 10, 2026
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