The Howard (Wreck)
The Howard is a captivating shipwreck situated on Victoria Island, Canada. This wreckage holds a wealth of historical significance, making it a fascinating exploration site for inquisitive divers. The depth of the wreck ranges from 70ft to 90ft, and it is marked with a heritage buoy for easy identification. Despite the limited presence of freshwater flora at these depths, divers will be treated to a thriving community of fish who have made this wreck their home. With a maximum depth of 15m and visibility up to 7m, this site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. The Howard is conveniently located near Caldwell Point, Neebing, Thunder Bay District, Northwestern Ontario, Ontario, Canada, ensuring easy access for divers eager to experience its wonders.
Diving Conditions Score for The Howard (Wreck)
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Howard (Wreck)
Depth
15m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for The Howard (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.04m
Wind Speed
8.8 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
23.4km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
1.9s
Air Temperature
16.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Howard (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for The Howard (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.303420155038758/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.06m, Wind 3.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.794285714285714/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Howard (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at The Howard (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Howard (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
15:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.06m (2.15s), Wind: 3.1 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.04m, Wind: 3.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The Howard (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Howard (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 Howard (Wreck)
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 Howard (Wreck)
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.9
Ideal Conditions for The Howard (Wreck)
Water Temp
15.6°C / 60.1°F
August
Visibility
13.0m / 42.7ft
December
Wave Height
1.5m / 4.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Howard (Wreck)
The Howard (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (15.6°C) and January the coldest (-18.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.5m 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 0.0mm 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 - Jun 22, 2026
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