Chibishi
Diving at Chibisi offers a diverse marine ecosystem teeming with fascinating marine life. You can spot juvenile tens, stingrays, red pine scorpionfish, red clams, and many other intriguing species. Abundance of invertebrates like nudibranchs and sea snails can also be observed underwater. In addition, during the winter months, there's a high chance of witnessing the majestic humpback whales on their migratory journey from the boat.
The proximity of Chibisi to Naha Airport makes it convenient for diving in the afternoon after arriving on the island. The underwater landscape features sandy beaches, coral roots, as well as small arches and tunnels to explore. There are also specific dive sites where encountering sea turtles is highly likely. Furthermore, Chibisi offers opportunities to observe bigeye trevally, as it serves as a hub for migratory fish.
With great visibility of 18m and a maximum depth of 16m, Chibisi appeals to both beginner and advanced divers. Located in Tokashiki, Shimajiri, Okinawa Prefecture, 901-3501, Japan, this dive site offers a captivating experience for underwater enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for Chibishi
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Chibishi
Depth
16m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Chibishi
Wave Height
0.6m
Wind Speed
13.3 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
25.52km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
26°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Chibishi
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.221356928838953/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 14.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.758591065292097/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Chibishi 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: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.6m (4.45s), Wind: 14.5 m/s
Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 17 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for ChibishiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Chibishi
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 Chibishi
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Chibishi
Ideal Conditions for Chibishi
Water Temp
26.7°C / 80.1°F
June
Visibility
11.8m / 38.7ft
January
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Chibishi
Chibishi shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.4°C) and January the coldest (14.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.6m 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). December is usually the driest month with 0.3mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026