Scuba diving in Perth isn’t just an activity for the warmer months. Diving during the cooler seasons is equally as good as the warmer weather, if not better. Now, don’t be put off by the colder water temperatures, this can easily be combatted with exposure protection dive gear and proper post-dive preparation.
Better visibility underwater
The main advantage of choosing to dive during the cooler months of the year is how clear the water is! Warmer weather promotes the growth of algae and tiny sea creatures such as plankton that can cause the water to become murky. In colder weather, this is drastically reduced leaving more days of clear, blue oceans for you to explore. When the sun is out, the visibility is better and deeper because there is more light being let through from the surface.
Less congestion at popular dive sites
Do you hate spending extra time driving through endless rows of cars trying to find a free car bay? During the cooler dive season, you don’t have to compete with as many beachgoers, letting you get those highly sort after prime parking bays.
Popular dive spots in Perth can quickly become overcrowded with scuba divers when there is warmer weather. This is why choosing to dive during the cooler months is a great time to see the popular, local dive locations. Less people means you can enjoy moving around at your own pace, and there is likely to be a greater amount of marine life swimming about who aren’t being disturbed by the usual swarm of scuba divers.
Lots of marine life
Like most animals, marine life also undergoes seasonal migration and hibernation patterns. Diving during the cooler seasons means you will be able to observe many different species of sea creatures that don’t normally appear during the warmer months. For example, there will be an increase of squid and delicate seahorses not to mention the cuttlefish mating season is during the cooler months. Cuttlefish can be very interactive towards divers during this period as they are attracted to the shiny diving equipment.
Grab your gear and start diving
If you want to start braving the colder water and need to get properly kitted up, the team at Dolphin Scuba can assist you with all of your winter scuba diving essentials. Our Welshpool located dive shop has one of Australia’s most diverse ranges of premium scuba brands, dive equipment and exposure gear so the team can help kit you up with your scuba diving essentials. Our experienced team is made up of full-time dive instructors who can assist you in store, online, or feel free to contact us on 9353 2488 as we are open seven days a week.
