Baracuda Point Kakaban
This dive site is renowned for its remarkable underwater sightings. Divers can witness the magnificent gray and whitetip sharks, as well as schools of spiny mackerel and large barracuda. The site is also home to elegant mobula rays, fascinating octopuses, and captivating macro marine life. The presence of vibrant and diverse coral formations adds to the beauty of this underwater paradise.
With a visibility of about 15 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site is recommended for advanced and expert divers who are seeking an exceptional diving experience. Exploring the depths of this site is sure to leave divers in awe.
Optimized Content:
- Kakaban Islands' southwest tip dive site, conveniently close to Nabucco and Nunukan Islands
- Exciting dive experiences with varying currents, recommended during strong currents
- Possibility of negative entry situations
- Encounter magnificent gray and whitetip sharks, large barracuda, schools of spiny mackerel, mobula rays, and octopuses alongside macro marine life
- Beautiful coral formations enhance the underwater scenery
- Suitable for advanced and expert divers, with a visibility of 15 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters.
Diving Conditions Score for Baracuda Point Kakaban
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Baracuda Point Kakaban
Depth
24m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Baracuda Point Kakaban
Wave Height
0.06m
Wind Speed
12.9 m/s
Water Temp
30.3°C
Visibility
4.12km
Cloud Cover
80%
Wave Period
7.5s
Air Temperature
29.2°C
Precipitation
0.4 mm
Dive Score Chart for Baracuda Point Kakaban
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.9407883720930235/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.06m, Wind 5.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.832727744510978/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Baracuda Point Kakaban 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: 0.06m (8.6s), Wind: 5.3 m/s
Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 0.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Baracuda Point KakabanAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Baracuda Point Kakaban
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 Baracuda Point Kakaban
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Baracuda Point Kakaban
Ideal Conditions for Baracuda Point Kakaban
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
April
Visibility
6.9m / 22.6ft
June
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Baracuda Point Kakaban
Baracuda Point Kakaban shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.8°C) and January the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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). April is usually the driest month with 5.9mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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 18, 2026