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Cabbage Patch

Cabbage Patch Dive Site, located along the southern reef of Kanifaay, Yap in the Federated States of Micronesia, offers divers a spectacular underwater experience. Named after a vibrant bank of yellow lettuce coral, this dive site boasts crystal-clear waters and a diverse array of marine life.

Divers exploring Cabbage Patch can expect to encounter a variety of hard coral formations, schools of fish, and captivating sights such as eagle rays gracefully gliding through the currents. The site is also known for frequent encounters with reef sharks, turtles, and cuttlefish, adding to the thrill of each dive. Additionally, the presence of barracuda and other reef fish creates a vibrant underwater ecosystem.

For underwater photographers, Cabbage Patch provides excellent opportunities for capturing breathtaking reefscapes or up-close shots of macro marine life. The recommended dive plan includes a blue-water roll in, live entry, and a drift dive with a generous bottom time of 75 minutes. Conditions typically feature a depth range of 10m/33ft to 30m/100ft, sloping hard coral gardens, and mild to moderate currents. With visibility reaching up to an impressive 22m, divers are rewarded with excellent clarity for their underwater exploration.

Cabbage Patch Dive Site is suitable for divers of beginner to advanced levels, making it accessible for a wide range of diving enthusiasts. Whether you are just starting your underwater adventures or are an experienced diver seeking new and exciting encounters, this site offers a captivating and memorable experience.

Please note that the presence of less than 60' visibility is considered unsuitable for diving at Cabbage Patch Dive Site. Among the abundant marine wildlife you may come across are white tip reef sharks, grey reef sharks, moray eels, reef fish, and nudibranchs.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of Cabbage Patch Dive Site and discover the breathtaking underwater beauty awaiting you in the Federated States of Micronesia.

Diving Conditions Score for Cabbage Patch

6.5
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 Cabbage Patch

Depth

19m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Cabbage Patch

Wave Height

0.84m

Wind Speed

27.2 m/s

Water Temp

30.1°C

Visibility

11.64km

Cloud Cover

93%

Wave Period

7.1s

Air Temperature

28.2°C

Precipitation

0.2 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cabbage Patch
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Dive Score Chart for Cabbage Patch

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.659509611451943/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 11 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.1926713080168785/10.

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

Sunrise at Cabbage Patch: 06:00
Sunset at Cabbage Patch: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cabbage Patch 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.72m (8.15s), Wind: 11 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 12.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cabbage Patch
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cabbage Patch

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 Cabbage Patch

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 Cabbage Patch

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

Ideal Conditions for Cabbage Patch

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

9.1m / 29.9ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.3m / 7.5ft

August

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cabbage Patch

Cabbage Patch shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.8°C) and December the coldest (23.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in August with average wave heights of 2.3m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in August 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 1.5mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during August to October, 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 19, 2026

Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.

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