Bilikiki
Delight in the presence of Reef Sharks, alongside the captivating Gorgonian fan corals, Spotted Eagle Rays, Bumphead Parrotfish, Napoleon Wrasse, and an array of shrimp and nudibranchs. With a remarkable visibility of 22m, this dive site offers an ideal opportunity for divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced. Descend to a maximum depth of 22m to uncover the hidden wonders of the underwater world. Prepare to be enchanted by this captivating dive experience located in the Western Solomon Islands, a truly unmissable destination for divers.
Diving Conditions Score for Bilikiki
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bilikiki
Depth
22m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Bilikiki
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
12.1 m/s
Water Temp
28.7°C
Visibility
12.16km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6.55s
Air Temperature
25.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Bilikiki
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.545928205128204/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 9.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.96592039800995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Bilikiki 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: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.58m (6.5s), Wind: 9.3 m/s
Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 15.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for BilikikiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bilikiki
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 Bilikiki
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Bilikiki
Ideal Conditions for Bilikiki
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
July
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
May
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bilikiki
Bilikiki follows southern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.9°C) and December the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 0.8m 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). July is usually the driest month with 1.4mm 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 21, 2026