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The Halliburton (Wreck)

The intentionally sunk Halliburton Shipwreck provides an exceptional diving experience since 1998. This cargo ship, transformed into an artificial reef, offers divers the opportunity to explore its deck at a depth of 20m and the top of the bridge at 18m. With a length of 30m, this underwater spectacle beckons to be discovered.

The marine life surrounding the shipwreck is diverse and captivating. From small crabs and shrimps hidden in the ship's cracks and crevices to larger schooling fish gracefully swimming around the outer side of the bridge, there is no shortage of fascinating organisms to encounter.

This dive, which lasts for 35 to 45 minutes, is suitable for advanced divers who are looking for an exhilarating experience without the need for penetration. It is noteworthy that this dive adheres to the No Decompression Limit (NDL), ensuring the utmost safety for divers. However, for experienced wreck diving enthusiasts, there are areas where penetration is possible, making this site an ideal destination to showcase your skills.

Located in the picturesque country of Honduras, specifically in La Punta, Útila, Bay Islands, the Halliburton Shipwreck offers a close proximity to notable landmarks such as the Lighthouse and Main Street. With a maximum depth of 29m and a visibility of 19m, this dive site promises an unforgettable underwater adventure for passionate divers seeking thrills amidst the wonders of the sea.

Diving Conditions Score for The Halliburton (Wreck)

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for The Halliburton (Wreck)

Depth

29m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for The Halliburton (Wreck)

Wave Height

1.14m

Wind Speed

22.1 m/s

Water Temp

29.5°C

Visibility

30.32km

Cloud Cover

23%

Wave Period

5.2s

Air Temperature

28.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Halliburton (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for The Halliburton (Wreck)

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.213333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.14m, Wind 19.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.693333333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at The Halliburton (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at The Halliburton (Wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at The Halliburton (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.

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Best Overall
16:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.14m (5.15s), Wind: 19.3 m/s

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Safest Overall
15:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.14m (5.25s), Wind: 26.9 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 28.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for The Halliburton (Wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Halliburton (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 Halliburton (Wreck)

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.1/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for The Halliburton (Wreck)

January
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.1
March
Score: 9.0

Ideal Conditions for The Halliburton (Wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.4°C / 81.3°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.9m / 39.0ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.3m / 7.5ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for The Halliburton (Wreck)

The Halliburton (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (21.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). April is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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