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Barracuda Point Sipadan

Discover an awe-inspiring underwater wonderland teaming with life. Immerse yourself in the mesmerizing sight of a vast shoal of barracudas, swirling like a tornado and casting a shadow over the sun. As you dive deeper, encounter magnificent bumphead parrotfish, numerous turtles, and majestic reef sharks gracefully patrolling the area.

This captivating site boasts a steep wall that plunges down to a maximum depth of 23m, accompanied by invigorating currents that provide an adrenaline-filled adventure. The clear visibility of 15m ensures you don't miss a single mesmerizing detail.

Perfect for advanced divers, this exhilarating dive includes a thrilling drift along the wall, culminating in a serene exploration of the shallow coral garden. Immerse yourself in the vibrant hues and intricate formations of the coral, where an abundance of marine life finds sanctuary.

Unleash your inner explorer and embark on an unforgettable underwater escapade. Prepare to be dazzled by nature's masterpiece and create lasting memories in this diver's paradise.

Diving Conditions Score for Barracuda Point Sipadan

7.4
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Barracuda Point Sipadan

Depth

23m

Visibility

15m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Barracuda Point Sipadan

Wave Height

0.36m

Wind Speed

9.6 m/s

Water Temp

29.8°C

Visibility

6.74km

Cloud Cover

95%

Wave Period

4.65s

Air Temperature

26°C

Precipitation

0.6 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Barracuda Point Sipadan
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Dive Score Chart for Barracuda Point Sipadan

Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.264322012578617/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 5.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.313470175438598/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Barracuda Point Sipadan: 06:00
Sunset at Barracuda Point Sipadan: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Barracuda Point Sipadan 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.

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Best Overall
10:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.4m (5.3s), Wind: 5.4 m/s

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Safest Overall
9:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.4m (5.25s), Wind: 4.9 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.36m, Wind: 8.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Barracuda Point Sipadan
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Barracuda Point Sipadan

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 Barracuda Point Sipadan

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Barracuda Point Sipadan

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Barracuda Point Sipadan

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

9.1m / 29.9ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Barracuda Point Sipadan

Barracuda Point Sipadan 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 1.6m 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). March is usually the driest month with 3.3mm 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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