Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand
Located on the south end of Kata Beach in Thailand, this dive site offers an exciting underwater adventure. Begin your exploration by entering the water from the beach and swimming out to a depth of approximately 5 meters. As you follow the wall, you'll encounter a variety of vibrant coral reefs and fascinating rock formations teeming with abundant marine life.
This dive site is home to numerous reef fish species, including the colorful banner fish, damsel fish, and butterfly fish. Additionally, you can spot pipe fish, stingrays, and flounders nestled in the sandy areas. With a visibility of 7 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters, this underwater paradise is perfect for divers of all skill levels, particularly beginners.
Dive enthusiasts will find this captivating dive site conveniently located near Kata Delight, on Kata-Sai Yuan Rd., in Kata Noi, Phuket Province, Thailand. Plan your dive here to immerse yourself in the beauty of Thailand's underwater world.
This dive site is home to numerous reef fish species, including the colorful banner fish, damsel fish, and butterfly fish. Additionally, you can spot pipe fish, stingrays, and flounders nestled in the sandy areas. With a visibility of 7 meters and a maximum depth of 10 meters, this underwater paradise is perfect for divers of all skill levels, particularly beginners.
Dive enthusiasts will find this captivating dive site conveniently located near Kata Delight, on Kata-Sai Yuan Rd., in Kata Noi, Phuket Province, Thailand. Plan your dive here to immerse yourself in the beauty of Thailand's underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand
7.5
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand
Depth
10m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
9.1 m/s
Water Temp
30.8°C
Visibility
17.64km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
7.25s
Air Temperature
28.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kata Beach South Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Kata Beach South Reef
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.369319634703198/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 12.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.765244755244756/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Kata Beach South Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Kata Beach South Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Kata Beach South Reef 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
15:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.58m (7.3s), Wind: 12.4 m/s
Safest Overall
14:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.58m (7.25s), Wind: 9.1 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 10.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in ThailandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket 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 Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket 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 Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
April
Visibility
12.1m / 39.7ft
January
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand
Kata Beach South Reef, Phuket in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.5°C) and December the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.3m 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 0.4mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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