The Gutter
The Gutter at Bass Point in Australia is a popular dive site for beginners. This entry point offers an exciting dive experience, as you jump off the rocks into 4 meters of crystal-clear water. Swim northwards to discover a magnificent 10-meter rock formation, which serves as a gateway to various breathtaking spots. Alternatively, you can simply enjoy exploring the abundant marine life within The Gutter itself.
This dive site is teeming with an impressive array of underwater creatures. Prepare to encounter captivating Bubble Shells, Nudibranchs, Grouper, Frog Fish, Cuttlefish, Squid, and even a few Grey Nurse Sharks. The visibility at The Gutter is excellent, with up to 10 meters of clear visibility. Divers can explore depths of up to 18 meters, making it an ideal choice for divers of all levels.
If you're planning a visit to The Gutter, you'll find it conveniently located near the Beaky Bay Picnic Area and the Indigenous Discovery Walk. Shell Cove and Shellharbour City Council are also close by, in New South Wales, Australia.
Discover the wonders of The Gutter dive site and immerse yourself in the rich marine ecosystem it offers.
This dive site is teeming with an impressive array of underwater creatures. Prepare to encounter captivating Bubble Shells, Nudibranchs, Grouper, Frog Fish, Cuttlefish, Squid, and even a few Grey Nurse Sharks. The visibility at The Gutter is excellent, with up to 10 meters of clear visibility. Divers can explore depths of up to 18 meters, making it an ideal choice for divers of all levels.
If you're planning a visit to The Gutter, you'll find it conveniently located near the Beaky Bay Picnic Area and the Indigenous Discovery Walk. Shell Cove and Shellharbour City Council are also close by, in New South Wales, Australia.
Discover the wonders of The Gutter dive site and immerse yourself in the rich marine ecosystem it offers.
Diving Conditions Score for The Gutter
5.2
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Gutter
Depth
18m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for The Gutter
Wave Height
1.52m
Wind Speed
7.4 m/s
Water Temp
18.3°C
Visibility
56.4km
Cloud Cover
62%
Wave Period
9.15s
Air Temperature
8.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Gutter
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Dive Score Chart for The Gutter
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 6.041833333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.62m, Wind 6.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.380866666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Gutter: 06:00
Sunset at The Gutter: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Gutter 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
7:00Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.62m (9.05s), Wind: 6.6 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 5.4/10
Waves: 1.74m, Wind: 7.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The GutterAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Gutter
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 Gutter
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for The Gutter
July
Score: 8.6
August
Score: 8.6
June
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for The Gutter
Water Temp
18.6°C / 65.5°F
January
Visibility
14.3m / 46.9ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Gutter
The Gutter follows southern hemisphere patterns with January being the warmest month (18.6°C) and July the coldest (11.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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). June 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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