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Bikini

Welcome to the bikini dive site, an underwater paradise that can only be reached by boat. With an average depth of 18m and a maximum depth of 22m, this site is a haven for photographers. Every dive is sure to unveil a delightful surprise, from colorful nudibranchs to graceful pipefish and mesmerizing paper fish.

Get ready to encounter a diverse range of marine life at this exceptional location. Keep an eye out for scribbled pipefish, fascinating garden eels, charming juvenile boxfish, energetic durban dancers, playful banded boxer shrimp, and enchanting juvenile moray eels. And that's not all! You might also have the chance to spot majestic sharks, graceful turtles, and magnificent manta rays during your dive.

Not only is the bikini dive site teeming with underwater wonders, but it also serves as an essential cleaning station for numerous fish species, including moray eels, turtles, sharks, and manta rays. Witness the fascinating behavior of these creatures as they visit the site for their regular cleaning routine.

Located within the breathtaking surroundings of Sodwana Bay in South Africa, this dive site offers a magnificent underwater experience. With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 20m, it caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced.

Discover the hidden treasures of the bikini dive site and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the underwater world. Plan your dive trip to this extraordinary destination today.

Diving Conditions Score for Bikini

6.6
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 Bikini

Depth

20m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Bikini

Wave Height

1.64m

Wind Speed

16.7 m/s

Water Temp

24.4°C

Visibility

30.2km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

12.1s

Air Temperature

22.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 6.441102362204725/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.56m, Wind 13.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.031803278688524/10.

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

Sunrise at Bikini: 06:00
Sunset at Bikini: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Bikini 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
7:00

Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.56m (12.7s), Wind: 13.1 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.54m, Wind: 14.1 m/s

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

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 Bikini

Summer

Avg. Score: 8.8/10

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

Best Months for Bikini

July
Score: 9.0
June
Score: 8.7
August
Score: 8.7

Ideal Conditions for Bikini

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.1°C / 71.8°F

March

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

June

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.4m / 4.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Bikini

Bikini follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (22.1°C) and June the coldest (18.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). June 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 23, 2026

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