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Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet

Hin Phlerng Pinnacle, also known as Alhambra Rock, is a legendary dive site located in Rayong, Thailand. This dive spot is renowned amongst divers of all levels - beginners, advanced, and experts. It features two magnificent pinnacles, the east and west, each adorned with a diverse array of beautiful coral species. The underwater scenery is a captivating sight, with schools of pelagic fish gracefully navigating through the vibrant marine environment.

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

7.3
Good

Good diving conditions!
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

beginner
advanced
expert

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hin Pleng West
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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.

Sunrise at Hin Pleng West: 06:00
Sunset at Hin Pleng West: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
10:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.3m (3.1s), Wind: 14.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.3m (3s), Wind: 6.8 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 4.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet
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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

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 West, Koh Samet

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Hin Pleng West, Koh Samet

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.5m / 41.0ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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