Two Ridges
Immerse yourself in a captivating underwater landscape featuring two spectacular coral outcrops that resemble the sunken hull of an upside-down catamaran. As you explore, keep your eyes peeled for Kat the dugong, a regular visitor to this site. You may also encounter graceful mantas gliding along the wall.
Dive enthusiasts with a keen eye might even be treated to a rare sighting of the resident thresher shark that resides at depths of 40m+. This mesmerizing encounter adds an extra element of thrill to your underwater adventure.
Don't miss the opportunity to explore Two Ridges, a hidden gem nestled near Home Island within the Shire of Cocos (Keeling) Islands. With its captivating marine life, fascinating rock formations, and its accessibility to divers of varying skill levels, this dive site promises a remarkable experience you won't soon forget.
Diving Conditions Score for Two Ridges
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Two Ridges
Depth
19m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Two Ridges
Wave Height
1.94m
Wind Speed
18.1 m/s
Water Temp
29.1°C
Visibility
6.9km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
11.6s
Air Temperature
27.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Two Ridges
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 6.018933333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.96m, Wind 17.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 5.4674/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Two Ridges 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.
Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.96m (11.8s), Wind: 17.3 m/s
Score: 5.5/10
Waves: 1.92m, Wind: 16.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Two RidgesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Two Ridges
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 Two Ridges
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Two Ridges
Ideal Conditions for Two Ridges
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
May
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
October
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Two Ridges
Two Ridges follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.8°C) and November the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.9m 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 0.2mm 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 21, 2026