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Winter Wall

Discover a breathtaking underwater world at our dive site in the pristine waters of Australia's Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Immerse yourself in a vibrant oasis teeming with a diverse array of hard and soft corals that adorn the reef's surface. As you descend along the magnificent wall, prepare to be captivated by the mesmerizing display of Rose Wall corals, claiming this underwater realm between depths of 16 to 30 meters.

While renowned as a coral dive, don't miss the opportunity to spot elusive and majestic pelagic species gliding through the crystal-clear waters. Keep your senses sharp and you may even encounter a tranquil white tip reef shark nestled on the sandy bottom at a depth of 40 meters.

With remarkable visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this site caters to both beginner and advanced divers. Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure just off the shores of Home Island in the Shire of Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Australia.

Experience the wonders of this underwater paradise, perfect for divers of all levels. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty that awaits at our dive site in Australia's Cocos (Keeling) Islands.

Diving Conditions Score for Winter Wall

6
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Winter Wall

Depth

24m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Winter Wall

Wave Height

1.86m

Wind Speed

19.6 m/s

Water Temp

29.1°C

Visibility

9.46km

Cloud Cover

49%

Wave Period

11s

Air Temperature

28°C

Precipitation

0.1 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Winter Wall
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Dive Score Chart for Winter Wall

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 6.064866666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.84m, Wind 23.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 5.402633333333335/10.

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

Sunrise at Winter Wall : 06:00
Sunset at Winter Wall : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Winter Wall 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
11:00

Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.84m (10.75s), Wind: 23.8 m/s

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Safest Overall
9:00

Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.84m (10.9s), Wind: 19.9 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 5.4/10
Waves: 1.88m, Wind: 20.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Winter Wall
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Winter Wall

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 Winter Wall

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for Winter Wall

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Winter Wall

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.7m / 38.4ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.9m / 6.2ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Winter Wall

Winter Wall 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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