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Discover the breathtaking beauty of Morrungulo's finest reef, renowned as one of the top dive sites in the region. Just a short distance from Peri-Peri Dive Camp, this extraordinary underwater wonderland awaits you. A mere 30-minute journey offshore presents the opportunity to encounter enchanting dolphins and awe-inspiring hammerhead sharks.

Prepare to be amazed as you explore the diverse marine life thriving in these waters. From majestic sharks and graceful rays to magnificent groupers and elusive pelagic fish, every dive promises a captivating encounter. Don't be surprised to find a friendly potato grouper swimming alongside you, while rays and impressive giant trevallies can be observed beneath the ledges.

With visibility reaching an impressive 14 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site offers an immersive and unforgettable experience for advanced divers. Located in the captivating country of Mozambique, this mesmerizing dive spot is easily accessible from various locations within the country.

Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this remarkable dive site in Mozambique and witness the mesmerizing beauty that lies beneath the surface.

Diving Conditions Score for benchmark

6.7
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for benchmark

Depth

26m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for benchmark

Wave Height

2.28m

Wind Speed

27.9 m/s

Water Temp

25.6°C

Visibility

47.18km

Cloud Cover

38%

Wave Period

8.65s

Air Temperature

22.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for benchmark
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Dive Score Chart for benchmark

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.058566666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.24m, Wind 22.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 5.532033333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at benchmark : 06:00
Sunset at benchmark : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at benchmark 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
12:00

Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 2.24m (8.7s), Wind: 22.3 m/s

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Safest Overall
8:00

Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 2.28m (8.65s), Wind: 27.9 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 5.5/10
Waves: 2.2m, Wind: 23.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for benchmark
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at benchmark

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 benchmark

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for benchmark

July
Score: 9.4
June
Score: 9.2
August
Score: 9.1

Ideal Conditions for benchmark

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.8°C / 76.6°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

July

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.4m / 7.9ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for benchmark

benchmark follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (24.8°C) and September the coldest (21.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 2.4m 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). July 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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