Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet
Diving at Hin Phlerng Pinnacle offers a remarkable opportunity to encounter various marine species. Big-eye snapper, Brown-stripe snapper, four types of barracudas, nudibranch, saw blade shrimp, and razorfish are commonly sighted here. If you're fortunate, you might even come face to face with majestic whale sharks, making your dive an unforgettable experience.
With a visibility of approximately 9 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, divers can explore the mesmerizing underwater world with ease and clarity. Located in the Gulf of Thailand, this dive site is conveniently accessible for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Discover the wonders of Hin Phlerng Pinnacle, a dive site that combines natural beauty, diverse marine life, and exciting encounters. Explore the depths, immerse yourself in the thriving ecosystem, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Diving Conditions Score for Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet
Depth
18m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
13.5 m/s
Water Temp
30.5°C
Visibility
14.22km
Cloud Cover
35%
Wave Period
2.95s
Air Temperature
29.3°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for Hin Pleng West
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 7.903872043010752/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.3m, Wind 14.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.520933333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Hin Pleng West 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.3m (3.1s), Wind: 14.6 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.3m (3s), Wind: 6.8 m/s
Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 4.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hin Pleng West, Koh SametAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hin Pleng West, 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 West, Koh Samet
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet
Ideal Conditions for Hin Pleng West, 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 West, Koh Samet
Hin Pleng West, 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 22, 2026