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Santa Monica Center is a intermediate boat dive site in California, United States with depths of up to 18.3 m (60 ft). Typically most favorable May–Aug · from 3 years of archive data. Recent reports put the water around 23°C (74°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.
Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 23°C · seasonal avg 21°C
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First light 5:33 · Sunrise 6:01 · Sunset 19:59
Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 5.8 km from site · graded 3h ago
Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.
Forecast · NOAA tide model
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Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.
No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.
What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.
May, June, July, and August havetypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.
Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.
No recorded sightings data for this site yet. Species lists appear as GBIF records and diver reports accumulate.
Facts from OpenStreetMap, corrected by the community — listed by distance only. Details change; confirm with the shop.
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Artificial reef built from Quarry Rock, Concrete Shelter, Car Bodies, Streetcar
No hazards recorded for this site yet — that never means there are none. Ask a local operator before you dive.
Santa Monica Center has a depth range of up to 18.3 metres (60 feet). Check the dive site page for current conditions and any depth-specific guidance before planning your dive.
Santa Monica Center is rated as intermediate difficulty, which may not suit new divers. A Advanced Open Water recommended (18-30 m / 60-100 ft) certification or equivalent is suggested. Consider your experience level, conditions, and local guidance before planning.
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