Batu Tiga
Divers will be delighted to discover a mesmerizing display of vibrant corals, graceful gorgonias, and fascinating nudibranches throughout the first two pinnacles. As you venture closer to the third pinnacle, keep an eye out for the elusive pigmi seahorses and captivating coleman shrimps.
Situated in the stunning waters of Lihunu, Minahasa Utara, North Sulawesi, Indonesia, this dive site offers impressive visibility of up to 20 meters. With a maximum depth of 23 meters, Batu Tiga welcomes divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert individuals.
Explore the underwater wonders of Batu Tiga, Indonesia, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Batu Tiga
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Batu Tiga
Depth
23m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Batu Tiga
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
4 m/s
Water Temp
30.4°C
Visibility
52.74km
Cloud Cover
55%
Wave Period
5.2s
Air Temperature
27.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Batu Tiga
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 9.49854705882353/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 2.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.950827044025157/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Batu Tiga 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: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.22m (6.8s), Wind: 2.9 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Batu TigaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Batu Tiga
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 Tiga
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Batu Tiga
Ideal Conditions for Batu Tiga
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
April
Visibility
11.1m / 36.4ft
August
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Batu Tiga
Batu Tiga shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (23.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.9m 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). August is usually the driest month with 1.0mm 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 17, 2026