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Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

Located in the Netherlands, this dive site at Kokomo Beach, known as Vaersenbaai, offers divers of all levels an unforgettable underwater experience. With its easy shore entry and convenient parking just a short walk from the water, this dive site is perfect for both beginners and advanced divers.

As you venture into the water, you'll find yourself surrounded by a fascinating underwater landscape. The dive site, known as Car Wrecks, gets its name from the multitude of sunken cars that cover the bottom. To explore this unique sight, simply descend from the blue buoy line, keeping a close eye on your depth. The depth can rapidly increase, so caution is advised.

Underneath the wreckage, a diverse range of marine life thrives. Keep an eye out for nurse and reef sharks, as well as the possibility of spotting eagle rays and turtles. The vibrant coral reefs attract an abundance of fish species, including snapper, angelfish, grunts, anemones, and grouper. With a visibility of up to 23 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, this dive site offers excellent conditions for underwater exploration and photography.

Whether you're a beginner looking to embark on your first shore dive or an experienced diver seeking a new adventure, Vaersenbaai at Kokomo Beach is a must-visit dive site in the Netherlands. So grab your gear, dive in, and discover the wonders that await beneath the surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

7.5
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

Depth

20m

Visibility

23m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

Wave Height

1.18m

Wind Speed

25.4 m/s

Water Temp

26.7°C

Visibility

34.52km

Cloud Cover

99%

Wave Period

4.55s

Air Temperature

29.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)
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Dive Score Chart for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.7554/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 20.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.2118/10.

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

Sunrise at Vaersenbaai (Kokomo): 06:00
Sunset at Vaersenbaai (Kokomo): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Vaersenbaai (Kokomo) 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
9:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.06m (4.7s), Wind: 20.4 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.1m, Wind: 21.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

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 Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.3/10

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

Best Months for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.4
March
Score: 9.2

Ideal Conditions for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

September

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.4m / 37.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.2m / 7.2ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Vaersenbaai (Kokomo)

Vaersenbaai (Kokomo) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.8°C) and December the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.2m 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.7mm 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 16, 2026

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