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Coral Islands

This remarkable underwater paradise showcases three expansive and awe-inspiring coral patches. Beginning at approximately 9 meters, these vibrant coral formations level out at around 17 meters, offering an enchanting experience for divers of all levels.

One notable feature of this site is the abundance of spotted garden eels, which reside together in captivating "gardens." Immerse yourself in the diverse and flourishing coral formations, as the sand channels between these coral islands reflect ambient light, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

With a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 15 meters, this captivating dive site guarantees an unforgettable adventure for divers at any skill level. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this underwater wonderland will leave you in awe.

Located near Mafia Island in Tanzania's coastal zone, this dive site offers easy access to a vibrant and flourishing marine ecosystem.

Diving Conditions Score for Coral Islands

7.6
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Coral Islands

Depth

15m

Visibility

13m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Coral Islands

Wave Height

1.1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

27.5°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

4.9s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Coral Islands
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Dive Score Chart for Coral Islands

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.529999999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.029999999999999/10.

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

Sunrise at Coral Islands: 06:00
Sunset at Coral Islands: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Coral Islands 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: 7.5/10
Waves: 1.1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Coral Islands
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Coral Islands

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 Coral Islands

Summer

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Coral Islands

May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Coral Islands

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.8°C / 69.4°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Coral Islands

Coral Islands follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.8°C) and December the coldest (16.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 - Jun 22, 2026

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