United Kingdom

Hamworthy

Hamworthy is a coastal area on the south coast of England, near Bournemouth. While the area itself isn’t a renowned dive destination, the nearby coast offers access to sea diving along the English Channel with a range of centers and shore trips from Bournemouth and Poole. In Hamworthy itself there are no local dive centers listed, and the diving activity is more about gateway access to nearby dive sites, including wrecks and reef habitats accessible from the coastal towns in this part of Dorset. For divers, the practical approach is to base in the Bournemouth/Poole area and plan day trips or short excursions to nearby sites, with appropriate tidal and weather checks. There are freshwater options further inland for training if needed, but the immediate area is primarily a gateway point to the south coast’s diving opportunities.

Essential information for traveling in United Kingdom

About United Kingdom

Sea
Celtic Sea, La Manche, North Sea, Irish Sea and...
Timezone
Europe/London
Languages
EN
Demonym
British
Phone prefix
+44

Practicalities

Currency
GBP
Plug type
Type G
Airports
LHR LGW LTN STN MAN

Diving specifics

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

Dive sites and dive centers around Hamworthy

Nearby Dive Sites (2)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Hamworthy

The best time to dive in Hamworthy

The best months to dive in Hamworthy are from May to August. Temperatures are confortable (14-19°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
6 °C 9 °C 6/10
02 - Feb.
7 °C 8 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
8 °C 9 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
11 °C 11 °C 8/10
05 - May
14 °C 14 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
17 °C 15 °C 7/10
07 - Jul.
19 °C 18 °C 7/10
08 - Aug.
18 °C 19 °C 7/10
09 - Sept.
15 °C 17 °C 6/10
10 - Oct.
13 °C 16 °C 6/10
11 - Nov.
10 °C 13 °C 6/10
12 - Dec.
9 °C 11 °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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