Batu Lima
Prepare to be mesmerized by the abundant marine life that awaits. Schools of Barracudas gracefully glide through the waters, while majestic Mantas occasionally make an appearance during their season. One can also encounter the fascinating electric clam in various sections of this site.
As you follow the sloping terrain during your dive, you'll be greeted by a delightful spectacle of marine biodiversity. Fusiliers, Triggerfish, Unicorn Fish, and Black Tip Reef Sharks are frequent visitors to this astonishing site. When ascending towards the end of your dive, keep an eye out for the agile Trevallies, meticulously hunting in the shallows. Traverse the canyons that separate the rocks, where a myriad of Nudibranches and Flatworms call home, amidst the vibrant coral formations. The ever-changing nature of this dive ensures an unpredictable and exhilarating experience that should be at the top of every diver's list.
Located in Yenbeser, West Papua, Indonesia, this captivating dive site offers a visibility of approximately 14m and reaches a maximum depth of 20m. It caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to the more advanced, making it an ideal destination for underwater exploration.
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Diving Conditions Score for Batu Lima
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Batu Lima
Depth
20m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Batu Lima
Wave Height
0.24m
Wind Speed
13.1 m/s
Water Temp
30.4°C
Visibility
45.26km
Cloud Cover
52%
Wave Period
2.95s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Batu Lima
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.971811111111111/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 5.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.647889265536723/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Batu Lima 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: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.22m (3s), Wind: 5.1 m/s
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 8.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Batu LimaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Batu Lima
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 Lima
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Batu Lima
Ideal Conditions for Batu Lima
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
May
Visibility
12.4m / 40.7ft
October
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Batu Lima
Batu Lima follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (23.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). October is usually the driest month with 3.6mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 - Jul 13, 2026