How cold is the water in the Blue Hole?
How cold is the water in the Blue Hole? Description. The Blue Hole is a clear blue body of water with a constant 62 °F (17 °C) temperature and constant inflow of 3,000 US gallons per minute (11 m3/min; 2,500 imp gal/min), enough to cycle out the water every six hours.
Are there fish in the Blue Hole?
Tourism. The Great Blue Hole is a popular spot among recreational scuba divers who are lured by the opportunity to dive in sometimes crystal-clear water and meet several species of fish, including midnight parrotfish, Caribbean reef shark, and other juvenile fish species.
Why is Blue Hole so cold?
In 1932, it served as a fish hatchery; however, since the 1970s it has become a recreation site named Blue Hole Dive and Conference Center. The water in the hole completely renews itself in six hours—that's why the water is so cold and fresh. The flow speed is 11 m³ per minute (3,000 gallons per minute).
Why is the water in the blue hole so clear?
Like scuba divers who drive ten hours to get here, we know it's the crystalline water that draws them in. Visibility is an astonishing 100' due to the fact that the water completely renews itself every six hours—it's truly never the same lake twice.
Does it cost to swim in the Blue Hole?
Small fee of $10 gives you access to the Blue Hole and the adjacent lake to swim in.
Is snorkeling the Blue Hole worth it?
Definitely a bucket list trip! Hubby and I went at the end of July 2018 as part of a day trip from Turneffe atoll to the Blue Hole, Half Moon Caye, and aquarium. We enjoyed the snorkeling experience and saw neat coral and fish.
Is Blue Hole worth it?
The mystery, wonder and uniqueness of the Great Blue Hole make it one of the best dives on the planet, but a short scenic flight is also a great way to see the wonder from above. In short, do both and regret nothing!
Is it safe to swim in the Blue Hole?
Blue holes, physically, are hazardous due to their structure and depth. Their surrounding walls cause bad water circulation, meaning the water is generally depleted of oxygen.
How deep is Blue Hole ok?
The main big swimming hole when you first enter the park is absolutely deep enough to swim in. Divers have reportedly measured some spots as deep as 20 feet. But it's so freezing cold, between 50-60 degrees in the midst of summer, that you won't want to stay shoulder-deep for long.