Windsock (36)
Situated conveniently across from the Netherlands' Bonaire International Airport, Windsock provides an ideal entry point for divers of all skill levels. With its gentle shore access and an abundance of marine life, this shallow and sandy plateau followed by a vibrant reef structure offers a memorable diving experience.
Dive into the azure waters and prepare to encounter a diverse range of Caribbean marine species. Keep an eye out for nurse and reef sharks, as well as the possibility of spotting graceful eagle rays, majestic turtles, and elegant stingrays. The reef is teeming with a variety of fish, including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
With a visibility of approximately 22 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, Windsock ensures optimal conditions for exploration. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site promises an enjoyable and rewarding underwater adventure.
Plan your visit to Windsock and discover the underwater wonders that await you near Bonaire International Airport in the Netherlands.
Dive into the azure waters and prepare to encounter a diverse range of Caribbean marine species. Keep an eye out for nurse and reef sharks, as well as the possibility of spotting graceful eagle rays, majestic turtles, and elegant stingrays. The reef is teeming with a variety of fish, including snapper, angelfish, grunts, parrotfish, and grouper.
With a visibility of approximately 22 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, Windsock ensures optimal conditions for exploration. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this site promises an enjoyable and rewarding underwater adventure.
Plan your visit to Windsock and discover the underwater wonders that await you near Bonaire International Airport in the Netherlands.
Diving Conditions Score for Windsock (36)
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 Windsock (36)
Depth
19m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Windsock (36)
Wave Height
1.66m
Wind Speed
33.7 m/s
Water Temp
27.1°C
Visibility
30.36km
Cloud Cover
16%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
30.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Windsock (36)
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Dive Score Chart for Windsock (36)
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.0121/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.5m, Wind 31.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.725599999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Windsock (36): 06:00
Sunset at Windsock (36): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Windsock (36) 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: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.5m (5.05s), Wind: 31.7 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 5.7/10
Waves: 1.3m, Wind: 28.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Windsock (36)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Windsock (36)
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 Windsock (36)
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 Windsock (36)
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Windsock (36)
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
September
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
September
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Windsock (36)
Windsock (36) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.5°C) and December the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 2.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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 September to November, 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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