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Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Welcome to our dive site in Thailand, located near Hin Wong Apartments in Surat Thani Province. This site offers a unique diving experience with its sloping fringe reef adorned with abundant hard coral and coral bommies. Although there are limited sandy areas for skill practice, you can find them on the far west side of the site. Additionally, there is a shallow snorkeling area for those who prefer to explore near the surface.

One of the highlights of this dive site is the presence of artificial reef cubes, positioned at approximately 14m depth. These structures attract a wide array of marine life, contributing to the site's incredible biodiversity. Prepare to encounter a massive school of fusiliers, along with fascinating species like blue-spotted rays, butterfly fish, porcupine pufferfish, long-faced emperors, and yellow margin triggerfish.

If you take a break from diving and stroll along the beautiful white sandy beach, you can admire a stunning clump of branch coral. Keep an eye out for the graceful dancing spoonbills as well. Divers often frequent the northern side of the bay, which houses a large army of terme trevally, also known as the "horse mackerel." This spot is suitable for both beginner and experienced divers, thanks to the diverse and unexpected marine life it showcases.

With a visibility of around 11m and a maximum depth of 14m, this dive site promises an unforgettable underwater adventure. Plan your dive at this exceptional location and prepare to be amazed by the wonders lying beneath the surface of Thailand's waters.

Diving Conditions Score for Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

7.2
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Depth

14m

Visibility

11m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Wave Height

0.26m

Wind Speed

17.8 m/s

Water Temp

30.7°C

Visibility

12.06km

Cloud Cover

47%

Wave Period

2.3s

Air Temperature

28.8°C

Precipitation

0.8 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hin Wong Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Hin Wong Bay

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.831495035460994/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.18m, Wind 14.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.329177777777779/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Hin Wong Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Hin Wong Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Hin Wong Bay 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
6:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.18m (2.35s), Wind: 14.8 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 15.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

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 Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

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 Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

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

Ideal Conditions for Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.5m / 37.7ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Hin Wong Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.4°C) and December the coldest (23.0°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 0.2mm 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 21, 2026

Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.

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