The Gazzle
The Gazzle, located within the Newquay Bay & Gannel Marine Conservation Zone in the United Kingdom, offers a fantastic diving opportunity for beginners. This shallow shore dive reaches a maximum depth of 10m during high tide, revealing a gradually deepening sandy slope with a kelpy reef and a thriving marine ecosystem. The Gazzle is divided into two sections: Gazzle (North) features a kelpy/rocky reef and impressive caverns, while Gazzle (South) boasts a kelpy/rocky reef, caverns, and an old slipway.
Divers exploring The Gazzle can expect to encounter an array of fascinating marine life, including various nudibranch species, wrasse, sponges, anemones, crabs, jellyfish, and lobsters. With a visibility of approximately 6m and a maximum depth of 7m, this dive site provides an ideal setting for beginners to hone their diving skills while enjoying the beauty of the underwater world.
Located near the Headland Hotel on Headland Road in Trenance, Newquay, Cornwall, The Gazzle offers convenient access for divers in the South West England region. Immerse yourself in the wonders of The Gazzle and experience a truly memorable dive in this captivating underwater realm.
Divers exploring The Gazzle can expect to encounter an array of fascinating marine life, including various nudibranch species, wrasse, sponges, anemones, crabs, jellyfish, and lobsters. With a visibility of approximately 6m and a maximum depth of 7m, this dive site provides an ideal setting for beginners to hone their diving skills while enjoying the beauty of the underwater world.
Located near the Headland Hotel on Headland Road in Trenance, Newquay, Cornwall, The Gazzle offers convenient access for divers in the South West England region. Immerse yourself in the wonders of The Gazzle and experience a truly memorable dive in this captivating underwater realm.
Diving Conditions Score for The Gazzle
5.7
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Gazzle
Depth
7m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for The Gazzle
Wave Height
0.62m
Wind Speed
10.4 m/s
Water Temp
19.5°C
Visibility
37.38km
Cloud Cover
94%
Wave Period
7.6s
Air Temperature
15°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Gazzle
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Dive Score Chart for The Gazzle
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.681609195402299/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 14.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.411111111111111/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Gazzle: 06:00
Sunset at The Gazzle: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Gazzle 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
11:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.6m (7.25s), Wind: 14.4 m/s
Safest Overall
7:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.62m (7.45s), Wind: 11.2 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 5.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The GazzleAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Gazzle
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 Gazzle
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 The Gazzle
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for The Gazzle
Water Temp
17.7°C / 63.9°F
August
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
January
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Gazzle
The Gazzle shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.7°C) and December the coldest (2.5°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 9, 2026
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