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Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

Welcome to Lucy's Reef, the third dive site on the eastern side of Ratchayi Island in Thailand. This enticing site offers a serene central bay with a white sandy area, adorned with enchanting branch coral beds and roots, creating a comfortable diving experience. From the northern end of the bay, drift dive along the captivating island face towards Bay 2. For an exhilarating adventure, explore the rocky surface of the island at the southern end of the reef.

Keep an eye out for sea turtles gracefully perched on the rocks in the southern section of the bay, adding to the captivating underwater scenery. Don't forget to sharpen your observation skills as you might have the chance to spot a mesmerizing mimicking octopus. The sandy area surrounding Lucy's Reef is also a haven for chinangoes, creating a vibrant colony. Additionally, be prepared to witness the impressive sight of schools of Chinook salmon swimming gracefully through the waters.

With an impressive visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 17m, Lucy's Reef welcomes divers of all levels, including beginners. Located near Bay 3 in the Phuket Province of Thailand, this captivating dive site offers thrilling adventures beneath the water's surface. Explore the wonders of Lucy's Reef and indulge in an unforgettable diving experience.

Diving Conditions Score for Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

7.1
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

Depth

17m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

Wave Height

0.68m

Wind Speed

16.2 m/s

Water Temp

30.6°C

Visibility

15.22km

Cloud Cover

52%

Wave Period

5.75s

Air Temperature

29.3°C

Precipitation

0.5 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bay 3, Racha Yai
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Dive Score Chart for Bay 3, Racha Yai

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.869464102564102/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.68m, Wind 20.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.470452680652681/10.

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

Sunrise at Bay 3, Racha Yai: 06:00
Sunset at Bay 3, Racha Yai: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Bay 3, Racha Yai 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
6:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.68m (6.5s), Wind: 20.3 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 18.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

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 Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

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 Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

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

Ideal Conditions for Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.8°C / 69.4°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand

Bay 3, Racha Yai, Phuket in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.8°C) and December the coldest (16.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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.

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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