Ao Yui
Prepare to be awed by the remarkable variety of nudibranches inhabiting these waters. From the striking Costasiella to the captivating Janolus, Doto, Bornella cf. adamii J.E. Gray, and Melibe, there's no shortage of colorful marine life to admire. Additionally, keep a keen eye out for seahorses, which can be spotted in vibrant yellow or black shades, either resting on pencil urchins or camouflaged in the sandy ocean bed.
With a visibility of approximately 6m and a maximum depth of 14m, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Located in the Gulf of Thailand, this underwater paradise awaits those seeking unforgettable diving experiences.
Diving Conditions Score for Ao Yui
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ao Yui
Depth
14m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ao Yui
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
23 m/s
Water Temp
30.8°C
Visibility
34.48km
Cloud Cover
96%
Wave Period
2.4s
Air Temperature
30.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ao Yui
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.887068817204302/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 16.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.538996825396826/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ao Yui 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.12m (3.1s), Wind: 16.8 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.24m, Wind: 7.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ao YuiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ao Yui
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 Yui
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ao Yui
Ideal Conditions for Ao Yui
Water Temp
21.3°C / 70.3°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ao Yui
Ao Yui shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.3°C) and December the coldest (17.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 - Jun 22, 2026