Balolo Reef
Discover an exceptional dive site located just a short 5-minute boat ride away in the stunning waters of Fiji. This submerged reef offers a dive experience suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced enthusiasts. With a depth range spanning from 12 to 25 meters, divers can explore captivating wall drop-offs and vibrant coral gardens.
Immerse yourself in a captivating underwater world filled with a diverse array of marine life. Encounter numerous species of hard corals and an abundance of fish, including fusiliers, butterflyfish, angelfish, wrasse, parrotfish, and more. Keep an eye out for the occasional sighting of graceful turtles and intriguing reef sharks.
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site is perfect for both beginners and advanced divers. Located in the western part of Fiji, this close-knit community offers an ideal location to explore the wonders of the deep blue sea.
Immerse yourself in a captivating underwater world filled with a diverse array of marine life. Encounter numerous species of hard corals and an abundance of fish, including fusiliers, butterflyfish, angelfish, wrasse, parrotfish, and more. Keep an eye out for the occasional sighting of graceful turtles and intriguing reef sharks.
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site is perfect for both beginners and advanced divers. Located in the western part of Fiji, this close-knit community offers an ideal location to explore the wonders of the deep blue sea.
Diving Conditions Score for Balolo Reef
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Balolo Reef
Depth
17m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Balolo Reef
Wave Height
1.04m
Wind Speed
14.1 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
48.38km
Cloud Cover
96%
Wave Period
8.8s
Air Temperature
24.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Balolo Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Balolo Reef
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.711848948948948/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 15.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.601507439198855/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Balolo Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Balolo Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Balolo Reef 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.64m (11.1s), Wind: 15.3 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 6.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Balolo ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Balolo Reef
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 Balolo Reef
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.7/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Balolo Reef
July
Score: 9.8
June
Score: 9.7
August
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Balolo Reef
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Balolo Reef
Balolo Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.3°C) and October the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 26, 2026
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