Ao Wong Duen
Divers exploring this site will be captivated by the diverse array of sea life, including enchanting hard coral reefs like brain coral, maze coral, and table coral. The underwater ecosystem thrives with a rich variety of species, from xeno crabs and boxfish to wrasse, anemone fish, rabbitfish, and more.
With visibility typically reaching around 8 meters and a maximum depth of 13 meters, this location provides the perfect setting for novice divers to immerse themselves in the beauty of the underwater world. Whether you're new to diving or a passionate sea enthusiast, this dive site offers countless opportunities for discovery and enjoyment.
Diving Conditions Score for Ao Wong Duen
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ao Wong Duen
Depth
13m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ao Wong Duen
Wave Height
1.02m
Wind Speed
23.4 m/s
Water Temp
30.5°C
Visibility
33.88km
Cloud Cover
85%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
29°C
Precipitation
1.7 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ao Wong Duen
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.057833333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.92m, Wind 20.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 6.283333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ao Wong Duen are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.92m (4.7s), Wind: 20.4 m/s
Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 26.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ao Wong DuenAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ao Wong Duen
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Ao Wong Duen
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ao Wong Duen
Ideal Conditions for Ao Wong Duen
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
August
Visibility
19.2m / 63.0ft
December
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ao Wong Duen
Ao Wong Duen shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.9°C) and December the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 1, 2026