War Axe State Recreational Area
War Axe State Recreation Area is a popular dive site located in Hall County, Nebraska, United States. With a maximum depth of 25 feet and a visibility of 2 meters, it is an ideal spot for beginner divers. However, experienced divers also find enjoyment exploring its depths. The site offers various attractions, including a statue, sunken boats, and platforms. These underwater structures, along with the slanting contour of the vegetation, provide homes and gathering places for a diverse range of aquatic life. Divers can encounter bass, bluegill, crappie, catfish, walleye, and turtles during their underwater exploration. If you're looking for a dive adventure in the water, don't miss the opportunity to explore the captivating beauty of War Axe State Recreation Area.
Diving Conditions Score for War Axe State Recreational Area
5.3
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for War Axe State Recreational Area
Depth
5m
Visibility
2m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for War Axe State Recreational Area
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
9.7 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
29.2km
Cloud Cover
79%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
16.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for War Axe State Recreational Area
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Dive Score Chart for War Axe State Recreational Area
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.447033333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 3.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.571533333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at War Axe State Recreational Area: 06:00
Sunset at War Axe State Recreational Area: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at War Axe State Recreational Area 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 3.4 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 7.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for War Axe State Recreational AreaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at War Axe State Recreational Area
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 War Axe State Recreational Area
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for War Axe State Recreational Area
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for War Axe State Recreational Area
Water Temp
25.4°C / 77.7°F
July
Visibility
13.5m / 44.3ft
December
Wave Height
1.5m / 4.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for War Axe State Recreational Area
War Axe State Recreational Area shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.4°C) and December the coldest (-7.2°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). January 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 20, 2026
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