Bats Reef
Discover an enchanting dive site in Fiji, located near Nananu-i-Ra Island in the Western region. This captivating site boasts a small bommie/coral head, a gently sloping wall, and a plethora of vibrant soft and hard coral. With a starting depth of just 1 meter and leveling off at 15 meters, this dive offers an ideal experience for novice divers. Immerse yourself in the kaleidoscope of marine life, including butterfly fish, nudibranch, gobies, shrimp, lobster, anthias, fusiliers, feather stars, anemone, and anemone fish. Keep an eye out for captivating angel fish and graceful trumpet fish as well! With visibility reaching 8 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, this site presents a fantastic opportunity for macro photography enthusiasts. Accessible via a convenient 20-minute boat ride from a nearby resort, it also serves as a splendid location for snorkeling or enjoying a private beach picnic. Dive into the breathtaking beauty of the ocean and embrace its marvels. Plan your unforgettable adventure today on Divechamp.com.
Diving Conditions Score for Bats Reef
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bats Reef
Depth
21m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Bats Reef
Wave Height
1.5m
Wind Speed
41.4 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
4.62km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
26.7°C
Precipitation
0.6 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bats Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Bats Reef
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 6.463866666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.32m, Wind 43.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.319100000000001/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bats Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Bats Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bats 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
10:00Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.32m (5.55s), Wind: 43.1 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 33.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bats ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bats 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 Bats Reef
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Bats Reef
July
Score: 9.7
June
Score: 9.6
August
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Bats Reef
Water Temp
25.8°C / 78.4°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bats Reef
Bats Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (25.8°C) and October the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 16, 2026
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