Which type of dive is usually avoided to prevent hyperthermia risks?

Dives in high temperatures are typically avoided to prevent the risks associated with hyperthermia, which occurs when the body absorbs more heat than it can dissipate. During such dives, the water temperature can significantly elevate body temperature, leading to conditions like heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

High temperatures can also hinder the body’s ability to cool itself effectively while diving, which is particularly concerning as divers are already exerting themselves physically. This is why training often emphasizes the importance of monitoring water temperatures and considering factors such as the duration of the dive and exertion levels. In contrast, other types of dives, like night dives, long duration dives, or dives near the surface, can present risks but are not primarily associated with hyperthermia in the same way that high-temperature dives are.