Haapiti
Haapiti, a beautiful drift dive site in French Polynesia, France, offers an exciting underwater experience for divers of all levels. With a maximum depth of 20m and a visibility of 20m, this dive site is perfect for beginners looking to explore the underwater world.
At the coral plateau of Haapiti, divers can discover three large holes, providing a unique opportunity to explore different excavations and mini caves. The visibility outside the lagoon is excellent, sometimes reaching an impressive 60m, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the stunning marine environment.
Haapiti is known for its diverse marine life. Divers can frequently encounter magnificent blacktip sharks, majestic Napoleons, and schools of trevallies. The abundance of marine species adds to the allure of this dive site, making it a must-visit destination for underwater enthusiasts.
Plan your unforgettable dive at Haapiti and discover the enchanting underwater world of French Polynesia. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site offers a captivating experience that will leave you in awe of the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Don't miss the chance to explore Haapiti and its neighboring Coral Garden for an unforgettable diving adventure.
At the coral plateau of Haapiti, divers can discover three large holes, providing a unique opportunity to explore different excavations and mini caves. The visibility outside the lagoon is excellent, sometimes reaching an impressive 60m, allowing divers to fully immerse themselves in the stunning marine environment.
Haapiti is known for its diverse marine life. Divers can frequently encounter magnificent blacktip sharks, majestic Napoleons, and schools of trevallies. The abundance of marine species adds to the allure of this dive site, making it a must-visit destination for underwater enthusiasts.
Plan your unforgettable dive at Haapiti and discover the enchanting underwater world of French Polynesia. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this dive site offers a captivating experience that will leave you in awe of the beauty that lies beneath the surface. Don't miss the chance to explore Haapiti and its neighboring Coral Garden for an unforgettable diving adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Haapiti
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Haapiti
Depth
20m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Haapiti
Wave Height
1.64m
Wind Speed
22.5 m/s
Water Temp
27.3°C
Visibility
25.52km
Cloud Cover
58%
Wave Period
9.65s
Air Temperature
25.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Haapiti
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Dive Score Chart for Haapiti
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.802533333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.5m, Wind 27.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.407799999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Haapiti: 06:00
Sunset at Haapiti: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Haapiti 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.5m (9.7s), Wind: 27.5 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.54m, Wind: 22.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for HaapitiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Haapiti
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 Haapiti
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Haapiti
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.5
May
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Haapiti
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
May
Visibility
11.2m / 36.7ft
May
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Haapiti
Haapiti follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.6°C) and November the coldest (21.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.9mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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