Australia

Moreton Island

Moreton Island - photo 1

Photo by Colton Jones on Unsplash.

Moreton Island is a coastal destination off Brisbane in Queensland, Australia. The island is known for its pristine beaches, dunes, and clear coastal waters. On-site diving options are limited; the nearby area offers access to sheltered reef habitats and shallow, calm waters suitable for beginner training and snorkeling excursions. With the island’s proximity to Brisbane, divers often use it as a scenic day-trip base or combine it with other Gold Coast–Brisbane dive options. Note that the island itself has very limited freshwater diving, so most SCUBA activity would be found in the broader Moreton Bay area or along the adjacent coast when conditions allow.

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About Australia

Sea
Coral Sea, Great Australian Bight, Gulf of Mexi...
Timezone
Australia/Brisbane
Languages
EN
Demonym
Australian
Phone prefix
+61

Practicalities

Currency
AUD
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type I
Airports
SYD MEL BNE OOL PER

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Moreton Island

Nearby Dive Sites (5)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Moreton Island

The best time to dive in Moreton Island

The best months to dive in Moreton Island are from January and December. Temperatures are confortable (24-25°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
25 °C 27 °C 5/10
02 - Feb.
25 °C 27 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
25 °C 26 °C 4/10
04 - Apr.
23 °C 24 °C 5/10
05 - May
21 °C 22 °C 5/10
06 - Jun.
18 °C 19 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
17 °C 18 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
18 °C 18 °C 6/10
09 - Sept.
20 °C 20 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
23 °C 24 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
24 °C 25 °C 5/10
12 - Dec.
24 °C 27 °C 6/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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