Coral Key
Divers venturing into the depths of this dive site will discover a plethora of marine species, including anemone and anemone fish, damselfish, moray eels, schooling barracuda and GT's/jacks, parrotfish, sea cucumbers, sea stars, feather stars, anthias, fusiliers, octopuses, and spinner dolphins. The visibility at this location is exceptional, with an average of 19m, providing clear and captivating views for divers.
Known as Coral Key, this extraordinary dive spot is situated in Nukurauvula Passage and can be reached via an approximately 45-minute boat ride from a nearby resort. Besides diving, visitors can also partake in snorkeling activities in this area, promising an equally remarkable experience. Additionally, it's worth noting that Coral Key is one of the preferred sites for Dolphin Encounter tours, allowing visitors a unique chance to interact with the playful and energetic resident spinner dolphins.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site accommodates all levels of experience. As you immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Fiji's underwater world, it is essential to show respect and reverence for the ocean. For more information and details about this remarkable dive site, please visit divechamp.com.
Diving Conditions Score for Coral Key
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Coral Key
Depth
19m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Coral Key
Wave Height
1.38m
Wind Speed
27.8 m/s
Water Temp
26.6°C
Visibility
23.72km
Cloud Cover
98%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
22.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Coral Key
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.016933333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.28m, Wind 20.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.665133333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Coral Key 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: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.28m (4.75s), Wind: 20.3 m/s
Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.14m, Wind: 25 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Coral KeyAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Coral Key
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 Key
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Coral Key
Ideal Conditions for Coral Key
Water Temp
25.3°C / 77.5°F
April
Visibility
14.3m / 46.9ft
November
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Coral Key
Coral Key follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (25.3°C) and October the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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: 6 hr. ago - Jun 13, 2026