Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
Rayong Pinnacle, also known as Alhambra Rock or Hin Plerng, is a renowned dive site in Rayong, which offers two spectacular pinnacles, namely the west and east pinnacle. These pinnacles are teeming with a multitude of coral species, creating a vibrant underwater ecosystem. Divers frequently encounter various captivating marine life in this area, including yellow snapper, barracuda, nudibranch, saw blade shrimp, razor fish, and on rare occasions, even the majestic whale shark.
Enhance your diving experience with exceptional visibility of up to 9 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters. Rayong Pinnacle welcomes divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located in the captivating Gulf of Thailand, this dive site offers a close proximity to breathtaking underwater wonders.
Discover the magic of Rayong Pinnacle, where diverse marine life and spectacular coral formations await beneath the surface. Immerse yourself in this remarkable underwater world and experience the thrill of diving in Rayong.
Enhance your diving experience with exceptional visibility of up to 9 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters. Rayong Pinnacle welcomes divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located in the captivating Gulf of Thailand, this dive site offers a close proximity to breathtaking underwater wonders.
Discover the magic of Rayong Pinnacle, where diverse marine life and spectacular coral formations await beneath the surface. Immerse yourself in this remarkable underwater world and experience the thrill of diving in Rayong.
Diving Conditions Score for Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
7.7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
Depth
18m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
16.5 m/s
Water Temp
30.8°C
Visibility
28.24km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
2.55s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hin Pleng East
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Dive Score Chart for Hin Pleng East
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.892857142857142/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.36m, Wind 13.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.302478947368422/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hin Pleng East: 06:00
Sunset at Hin Pleng East: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hin Pleng 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.
Best Overall
13:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.36m (2.8s), Wind: 13.5 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 15.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hin Pleng East, Koh SametAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
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 Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
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 Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
August
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
November
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet
Hin Pleng East, Koh Samet shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.8°C) and December the coldest (22.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.6m 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). January 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: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026
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