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Cappadocia

Explore the mesmerizing dive site located on the outer reef of "Miruchibishi" in Uruma, Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. This underwater marvel showcases a stunning coral formation that resembles the renowned world heritage site "Cappadocia" in Turkey. With depths ranging from 10m to 30m, this dive spot is perfect for experienced divers seeking an exhilarating adventure.

This dive site offers exceptional visibility, averaging between 20-40m. Prepare to be amazed as you encounter a diverse array of captivating marine life, including graceful green turtles, agile banded sea snakes, majestic whitetip reef sharks, and much more. One of the highlights of this dive location is the congregation of Cuttlefish between the months of March and May, where they gather for mating and egg-laying.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty and rich biodiversity of this underwater wonderland at our divechamp.com dive site. Plan your next unforgettable diving expedition and witness firsthand the awe-inspiring wonders that await beneath the surface of the water.

Diving Conditions Score for Cappadocia

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 Cappadocia

Depth

22m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Cappadocia

Wave Height

4.14m

Wind Speed

52.1 m/s

Water Temp

28.8°C

Visibility

21km

Cloud Cover

11%

Wave Period

10.95s

Air Temperature

29.1°C

Precipitation

0.1 mm

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

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 5.950633333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 3.38m, Wind 41.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 5.4991/10.

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

Sunrise at Cappadocia: 06:00
Sunset at Cappadocia: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cappadocia 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: 6.0/10
Waves: 3.38m (11.15s), Wind: 41.2 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 5.9/10
Waves: 3.34m (11.25s), Wind: 43.3 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 5.5/10
Waves: 3.36m, Wind: 41.9 m/s

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

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 Cappadocia

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.4/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Cappadocia

January
Score: 8.5
November
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for Cappadocia

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.5°C / 79.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.6m / 38.1ft

August

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.4m / 7.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cappadocia

Cappadocia shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (28.5°C) and January the coldest (15.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.4m 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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 - Jul 9, 2026

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