Turtle Bommie
Located at the northern end of the Lady Musgrave Lagoon Wall, approximately 10m below the surface, there is a turtle cleaning station nestled on a secluded sand patch. This unique site can be accessed by both snorkelers and scuba divers, offering a remarkable opportunity to witness green sea and hawksbill turtles receiving a thorough cleaning by cleaner wrasse. With a maximum depth of 13m, excellent visibility reaching up to 14m, and a beginner-friendly diving level, this dive site is a must-visit for divers exploring the Coral Sea in the Mackay Regional area of Queensland, Australia. Additionally, it is an ideal spot for engaging in thrilling night dives, observing captivating turtle encounters, and enjoying beautiful coral snorkeling.
Diving Conditions Score for Turtle Bommie
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Turtle Bommie
Depth
13m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Turtle Bommie
Wave Height
1.08m
Wind Speed
27.1 m/s
Water Temp
22.3°C
Visibility
50.76km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.2s
Air Temperature
19.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Turtle Bommie
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Dive Score Chart for Turtle Bommie
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.22/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 25.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.56/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Turtle Bommie: 06:00
Sunset at Turtle Bommie: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Turtle Bommie 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
6:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.98m (5.2s), Wind: 25.9 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 25.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Turtle BommieAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Turtle Bommie
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 Turtle Bommie
Summer
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Turtle Bommie
June
Score: 8.8
July
Score: 8.7
August
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Turtle Bommie
Water Temp
24.0°C / 75.2°F
March
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Turtle Bommie
Turtle Bommie follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (24.0°C) and July the coldest (18.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.7m 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 - Jun 23, 2026
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