Kashima Coral Beach
During summer, this area becomes a haven for marine life activity. Schools of yellow croaker frequent these waters, attracting kampachi, horse mackerel, squid, and other predatory fish. Divers can encounter a wide array of species including porgy fish, snappers, groupers, scorpionfish, turtles, rare sharks, rays, frogfish, and flatfish. This site is renowned for the abundance, impressive size, and sheer numbers of fish it offers.
The underwater landscape at Coral Beach is characterized by mesmerizing visual contrasts, making it an ideal destination for divers of all skill levels. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, you will be captivated by the vibrant carpets of solas sparrows swimming above the seaweed-covered seabed. Deeper sections of the seafloor house various goby species, and schools of rockfish and migratory fish can often be spotted overhead, further enriching the diversity of marine life encounters.
With a visibility of 11m and a maximum depth of 24m, Coral Beach promises an immersive diving experience. Located in Japan's Ehime Prefecture, close to 第1桟橋, 平城高茂岬線, Sotodomari, Ainan, Minami-Uwa County, this dive site is easily accessible for adventurers seeking the wonders of the underwater world. Come and explore the captivating underwater realm of Coral Beach, where the abundance of marine life and striking visual contrasts await divers of all levels of expertise.
Diving Conditions Score for Kashima Coral Beach
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kashima Coral Beach
Depth
24m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Kashima Coral Beach
Wave Height
0.68m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
24.6°C
Visibility
7.2km
Cloud Cover
65%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
23.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Kashima Coral Beach
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.736911320754716/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 0.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.4316255451713396/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Kashima Coral Beach 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: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.66m (5.3s), Wind: 0.5 m/s
Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.64m, Wind: 8.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kashima Coral BeachAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kashima Coral Beach
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 Kashima Coral Beach
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kashima Coral Beach
Ideal Conditions for Kashima Coral Beach
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
August
Visibility
13.4m / 44.0ft
November
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kashima Coral Beach
Kashima Coral Beach shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (27.2°C) and February the coldest (3.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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 October to December, 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 19, 2026