Irako (Wreck)
At the Irako wreck, divers can expect an extraordinary underwater experience, witnessing not only the vibrant marine life typical of a coral reef but also the captivating sight of schools of jacks, anchovies, and smaller glassfish.
With depths reaching 45 meters at its bottom and 34 meters at the deck, this wreck demands a level of skill and expertise beyond that of novice divers. Yet, for those with experience, the intact and upright positioning of the Irako, apart from its superstructure, presents an undeniable spectacle. Alongside, the bow of the wreck attracts swarms of sizable fish, and its bow gun mount remains the best-preserved among all the wrecks in the surrounding area.
Diving Conditions Score for Irako (Wreck)
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Irako (Wreck)
Depth
31m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Irako (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
9.7 m/s
Water Temp
31°C
Visibility
5.74km
Cloud Cover
88%
Wave Period
3s
Air Temperature
24.9°C
Precipitation
2.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for Irako (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 8.027417412935323/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 13.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.860458192090396/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Irako (Wreck) 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: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.32m (3.35s), Wind: 13.8 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.22m, Wind: 7.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Irako (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Irako (Wreck)
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 Irako (Wreck)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Irako (Wreck)
Ideal Conditions for Irako (Wreck)
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
July
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Irako (Wreck)
Irako (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.1°C) and January the coldest (23.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.2m 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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