

Best for intermediate divers, 6-30m, boat entry, moderate current.
Purple Rain is a reef and artificial reef site located in Grand Anse Bay, Grenada. This drift dive ranges from 6 to 30 metres in depth, with an average depth of 19 metres. Divers access the site by boat to navigate moderate currents. Visibility typically spans 13 to 18 metres, and water temperatures remain between 27 and 30 degrees Celsius throughout the year. The site is suitable for intermediate divers and supports night diving. Guided tours are available for those exploring the reef structure. Hazards at this location include potential entanglement, strong currents, and surf conditions.
12.01968, -61.80067
The site is named for the thousands of purple creole wrasse that often school here.
Boat dive.
Recorded at this site
Depth
6-30m
Visibility
13-18m
Skill Level
Intermediate
Entry
Boat
Boat required
Water Temp
27-30°C
Current
Moderate
Typical Dive
56 min
Best Time
Jan, May
The site ranges from 6 to 30 metres deep, with an average depth of 19 metres.
No, Purple Rain is classified for intermediate divers due to the drift conditions and moderate currents.
Access to Purple Rain is by boat only.
The best months to visit are January and May.
Diving at Purple Rain in St. George's requires the following certifications: Open Water, Advanced. Always dive within your training limits.
A rashguard or 2mm shorty is recommended for diving at Purple Rain in St. George's. Water temperatures range from 27°C to 30°C.
The best months to visit Purple Rain in St. George's are January and May. Conditions outside these months can still be good but are less predictable.
Expect moderate currents at Purple Rain in St. George's. Good buoyancy control and some drift diving experience is helpful.
Visibility at Purple Rain in St. George's typically ranges from 13 metres to 18 metres. Conditions vary with weather, tides, and seasons.