Hans Reef
Hans Reef, situated off the eastern coast of Gili Air in Indonesia, is a renowned "muck diving" site that offers exceptional opportunities for macro photographers and enthusiasts interested in observing unique and smaller marine creatures. This dive spot is frequently visited by an array of fascinating species, including frog fish, leaf scorpion fish, sea horses, black spotted morays, spearers, pipe fish, and various species of shrimp. With a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 16m, Hans Reef is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Discover the captivating underwater world of Hans Reef, located near Ardi Beltza Path, Lombok Utara, West Nusa Tenggara, 83300, Indonesia.
Diving Conditions Score for Hans Reef
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hans Reef
Depth
16m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Hans Reef
Wave Height
0.6m
Wind Speed
3.1 m/s
Water Temp
29.1°C
Visibility
2.28km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
11.9s
Air Temperature
23.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hans Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Hans Reef
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.849556639566396/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 0.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.700055319148937/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hans Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Hans Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hans Reef 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
11:00Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.62m (12.3s), Wind: 0.8 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 3.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hans ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hans Reef
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 Hans Reef
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hans Reef
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Hans Reef
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
May
Visibility
13.8m / 45.3ft
July
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hans Reef
Hans Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.1m 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 - Jun 17, 2026
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