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Seasonal highlights and special dive experiences in Melbourne

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Giant Cuttlefish Aggregation

May-August: Witness the spectacular annual gathering of Giant Cuttlefish. Best viewing at various pier sites during winter months.

Seasonal

Weedy Seadragon Sightings

Year-round: Victoria's marine emblem is commonly spotted at pier dives, particularly Flinders and Portsea Piers.

Year Round

Night Diving

Experience the underwater world after dark with bioluminescence, hunting octopus, and nocturnal marine life at protected pier sites.

Special Interest

Seal Encounters

Summer months: Australian fur seals are occasionally spotted around The Heads and outer bay dive sites during warmer weather.

Seasonal

Dive Conditions

Melbourne offers year-round diving opportunities. Water temperatures range from 11°C in winter to 20°C in summer. Visibility varies from 5-20 meters depending on conditions.

Best Season

Summer (Dec-Feb) offers the warmest water and best visibility.

Water Temperature

11-20°C throughout the year. 7mm wetsuit or drysuit recommended.

Visibility

Typically 5-20m. Best after calm weather periods.

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