What is the recommended maximum depth for night diving for beginners?

For beginners, the recommended maximum depth for night diving is 60 feet (18 meters). This depth allows novice divers to gain experience with the unique challenges posed by night diving, such as reduced visibility and the ability to manage their buoyancy and air supply effectively in a less familiar environment. Staying within this limit helps ensure a safety margin where divers can still effectively monitor their surroundings and respond to potential issues.

This depth is generally considered a safe range for divers who are not yet experienced with the complexities of night diving, such as navigation, depth perception, and the need for increased situational awareness. The increased risks at greater depths, combined with the additional challenges of low-light conditions, make it prudent for beginners to remain at shallower depths until they gain more experience and confidence.