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Cocos East

Discover the captivating "Yellow Wall" dive site in Guam, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and abundant Pelagic species. This exhilarating drift dive is exclusively available to experienced divers and experts, allowing them to explore Guam's magnificent walls. To ensure optimal conditions, the dive is conducted from a boat during calm seas.

Immerse yourself in this underwater wonderland where the enchantment of hundreds of vibrant yellow Sea Fans await. Encounter impressive Napoleon Wrasse and Bump Head Parrots on every dive, while sharks and rays gracefully glide by, creating unforgettable moments.

With a visibility of 22m and a maximum depth of 32m, this advanced-level dive is a must for thrill-seeking divers. Located in the United States, near the Cocos Island Pier on J Tedpahogo Lane, Merizo, Merizo Municipality, Guam, 969166916, this dive site offers accessibility and excitement for divers worldwide.

Embark on a memorable diving adventure at "Yellow Wall" and relish in the incredible beauty that lies beneath the surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Cocos East

5.6
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Cocos East

Depth

32m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Cocos East

Wave Height

1.28m

Wind Speed

13.5 m/s

Water Temp

30°C

Visibility

40.18km

Cloud Cover

41%

Wave Period

7.55s

Air Temperature

32.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cocos East
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Dive Score Chart for Cocos East

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.626033333333332/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.24m, Wind 5.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 5.995497046413502/10.

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

Sunrise at Cocos East: 06:00
Sunset at Cocos East: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Cocos East 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
12:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.24m (7.8s), Wind: 5.6 m/s

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Best Night
21:00

Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 8.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Cocos East
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cocos East

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 Cocos East

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.4/10

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

Best Months for Cocos East

January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.4
November
Score: 9.3

Ideal Conditions for Cocos East

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.6°C / 79.9°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.2m / 36.7ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

September

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Cocos East

Cocos East shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in September with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in September 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during September to November, 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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