Batu Bulan
Batu Bulan, also known as Moon Rock, is a popular dive site located just an 8-minute boat ride away from Summer Bay Resort in Malaysia. This site derives its name from a unique naturally spherical rock found along the shoreline.
Beginner divers will find this dive site particularly inviting as it offers a shallow sandy bay that gradually slopes down to a maximum depth of 12m. The visibility here is excellent, reaching up to 13m, providing divers with clear views of the surrounding underwater landscape.
Once you descend into the sandy bay, you'll be greeted by an expansive coral reef field that seems to stretch endlessly beneath the water's surface. This vibrant and diverse marine ecosystem is a sight to behold.
For those seeking a memorable diving experience in Malaysia, Batu Bulan is an ideal choice. It's conveniently situated near D'Coconut Lagoon Island Resort on Pulau Redang, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu. Plan your visit to this stunning dive site and discover the wonders that lie beneath the waves.
Beginner divers will find this dive site particularly inviting as it offers a shallow sandy bay that gradually slopes down to a maximum depth of 12m. The visibility here is excellent, reaching up to 13m, providing divers with clear views of the surrounding underwater landscape.
Once you descend into the sandy bay, you'll be greeted by an expansive coral reef field that seems to stretch endlessly beneath the water's surface. This vibrant and diverse marine ecosystem is a sight to behold.
For those seeking a memorable diving experience in Malaysia, Batu Bulan is an ideal choice. It's conveniently situated near D'Coconut Lagoon Island Resort on Pulau Redang, Kuala Nerus, Terengganu. Plan your visit to this stunning dive site and discover the wonders that lie beneath the waves.
Diving Conditions Score for Batu Bulan
6.9
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Batu Bulan
Depth
12m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Batu Bulan
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
19.8 m/s
Water Temp
31.3°C
Visibility
14.86km
Cloud Cover
95%
Wave Period
3.1s
Air Temperature
29.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Batu Bulan
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Dive Score Chart for Batu Bulan
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.7631/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 17.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.606419540229885/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Batu Bulan: 06:00
Sunset at Batu Bulan: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Batu Bulan 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
13:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.22m (2.75s), Wind: 17.6 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.22m, Wind: 6.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Batu BulanAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Batu Bulan
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 Batu Bulan
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Batu Bulan
January
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
April
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Batu Bulan
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
April
Visibility
10.6m / 34.8ft
May
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Batu Bulan
Batu Bulan shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.4°C) and December the coldest (22.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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 0.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, 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 12, 2026
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