Ho Mei III - Salvador
The Ho Mei III is a sunken ship that was discovered at the BTS dive site in Brazil. This ship was initially being dismantled, but due to loose moorings, it drifted away during an ebb tide and eventually sank. It took years for a diver to locate the ship, which now rests at a depth ranging from 33 to 39 meters.
Diving at the Ho Mei III is recommended for experienced divers due to the depth and various underwater conditions. The dive site offers a remarkable sight of plentiful marine life, including schools of sardines, horse mackerel, bream, and barracudas. Additionally, divers can observe a diverse range of reef animals, such as moray eels and sole.
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 33 meters, the Ho Mei III promises an unforgettable diving experience in the picturesque waters near Vila Brandão, Graça, Barra, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Explore this hidden gem and immerse yourself in the breathtaking underwater world of the Ho Mei III wreck.
Diving at the Ho Mei III is recommended for experienced divers due to the depth and various underwater conditions. The dive site offers a remarkable sight of plentiful marine life, including schools of sardines, horse mackerel, bream, and barracudas. Additionally, divers can observe a diverse range of reef animals, such as moray eels and sole.
With a visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 33 meters, the Ho Mei III promises an unforgettable diving experience in the picturesque waters near Vila Brandão, Graça, Barra, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil. Explore this hidden gem and immerse yourself in the breathtaking underwater world of the Ho Mei III wreck.
Diving Conditions Score for Ho Mei III - Salvador
8.1
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ho Mei III - Salvador
Depth
33m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Ho Mei III - Salvador
Wave Height
0.98m
Wind Speed
6.5 m/s
Water Temp
26.6°C
Visibility
48.98km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8.1s
Air Temperature
23.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ho Mei III - Salvador
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Dive Score Chart for Ho Mei III - Salvador
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.867905797101449/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 16.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.283252032520325/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ho Mei III - Salvador: 06:00
Sunset at Ho Mei III - Salvador: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ho Mei III - Salvador 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
4:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.98m (8.2s), Wind: 2.8 m/s
Safest Overall
14:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.98m (8.05s), Wind: 16.6 m/s
Best Day
14:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 16.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ho Mei III - SalvadorAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ho Mei III - Salvador
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 Ho Mei III - Salvador
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Ho Mei III - Salvador
July
Score: 9.5
June
Score: 9.4
May
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Ho Mei III - Salvador
Water Temp
25.3°C / 77.5°F
May
Visibility
11.1m / 36.4ft
September
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ho Mei III - Salvador
Ho Mei III - Salvador follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (25.3°C) and November the coldest (21.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). September is usually the driest month with 1.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 23, 2026
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