Tigertail Lake
Lake Tigertail is a popular dive site in Dania Beach, Florida, conveniently located next to the Bass Pro shop. This shore accessible freshwater site is ideal for beginner divers and is especially popular for open water diver certification courses when the ocean conditions are unfavorable.
Although the wildlife sightings may be limited, Lake Tigertail offers an array of attractions to explore underwater. From beautiful statues to submerged platforms and other surprises, divers can discover unique features in the lake.
With a maximum depth of 9m and visibility around 3m, divers can enjoy a clear view of the underwater environment. The water in Lake Tigertail has a distinct greenish hue, creating a visually captivating experience.
Located in Broward County, Florida, Lake Tigertail offers an accessible and convenient diving location for divers of all levels. Its close proximity to Gulf Stream Way in Dania Beach makes it easily accessible for locals and visitors alike.
Explore the underwater wonders of Lake Tigertail and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure in the United States.
Although the wildlife sightings may be limited, Lake Tigertail offers an array of attractions to explore underwater. From beautiful statues to submerged platforms and other surprises, divers can discover unique features in the lake.
With a maximum depth of 9m and visibility around 3m, divers can enjoy a clear view of the underwater environment. The water in Lake Tigertail has a distinct greenish hue, creating a visually captivating experience.
Located in Broward County, Florida, Lake Tigertail offers an accessible and convenient diving location for divers of all levels. Its close proximity to Gulf Stream Way in Dania Beach makes it easily accessible for locals and visitors alike.
Explore the underwater wonders of Lake Tigertail and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure in the United States.
Diving Conditions Score for Tigertail Lake
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Tigertail Lake
Depth
9m
Visibility
3m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Tigertail Lake
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
17.5 m/s
Water Temp
30.9°C
Visibility
18.2km
Cloud Cover
90%
Wave Period
5.5s
Air Temperature
33.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tigertail Lake
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Dive Score Chart for Tigertail Lake
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.570181518151815/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.14m, Wind 2.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.067275985663082/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Tigertail Lake: 06:00
Sunset at Tigertail Lake: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Tigertail Lake 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
10:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.14m (5.05s), Wind: 2.4 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.16m, Wind: 0.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Tigertail LakeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tigertail Lake
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 Tigertail Lake
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Tigertail Lake
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Tigertail Lake
Water Temp
22.6°C / 72.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Tigertail Lake
Tigertail Lake shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.6°C) and December the coldest (18.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January 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 - Jun 22, 2026
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