Saint Kitts and Nevis
Black Coral Reef
About this Dive Site
Description
Discover the rare beauty of Black Coral Reef, an offshore gem near Charlestown renowned for its namesake coral. Explore this vibrant reef and its intriguing vertical wall, where lobsters, eels, and a dazzling array of tropical fish make their home.
Best Time to Dive
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| 28°C | 28°C | 29°C | 29°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 30°C | 29°C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C |
Peak Season
March, April, November, December, January, February, May, September, October
Jan
Calm seas, good visibility for exploring reefs.
Feb
Stable conditions, pleasant water temperatures.
Mar
Excellent visibility, ideal for photography.
Apr
Warm water, abundant fish life on the reefs.
More monthly highlights
May
Warmer water, possibility of seeing juvenile turtles.
Jun
Start of the rainy season, visibility can be reduced by plankton.
Jul
Rainy season, occasional showers, but diving is usually possible.
Aug
Hottest water, potential for plankton blooms affecting visibility.
Sep
Rainy season ending, visibility starts to improve.
Oct
Transition to drier weather, good reef diving.
Nov
Excellent visibility, start of the dry season.
Dec
Festive season, great diving conditions.
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