Keauhou Bay
This dive site in Keauhou, Hawaii, is ideal for beginners. With a maximum depth of 30 feet and clear water visibility of 17m, it offers a safe and enjoyable diving experience. Located near the Keauhou Sheraton Hotel, divers can easily access the site from the beach. However, caution should be taken regarding boat traffic in the bay.
Divers can expect exciting encounters with various marine life during both day and night dives. At night, manta rays can be observed gracefully swimming in the waters. During the day, divers may come across mesmerizing creatures like octopus, dolphins, whitetip reef sharks, and eagle rays, alongside a diverse array of reef fish.
For a memorable night dive, this spot is highly recommended. The Sheraton Hotel keeps its lights on, illuminating the water and attracting manta rays into the bay. Exploring the sides of the bay will provide divers with the best opportunities to witness these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.
Experience the wonders of this United States dive site at Ehukai Street, Keauhou, Kahaluu-Keauhou CDP, Hawaii County. Embark on a breathtaking underwater adventure suited for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Divers can expect exciting encounters with various marine life during both day and night dives. At night, manta rays can be observed gracefully swimming in the waters. During the day, divers may come across mesmerizing creatures like octopus, dolphins, whitetip reef sharks, and eagle rays, alongside a diverse array of reef fish.
For a memorable night dive, this spot is highly recommended. The Sheraton Hotel keeps its lights on, illuminating the water and attracting manta rays into the bay. Exploring the sides of the bay will provide divers with the best opportunities to witness these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat.
Experience the wonders of this United States dive site at Ehukai Street, Keauhou, Kahaluu-Keauhou CDP, Hawaii County. Embark on a breathtaking underwater adventure suited for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Diving Conditions Score for Keauhou Bay
9.2
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Keauhou Bay
Depth
16m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Keauhou Bay
Wave Height
1.2m
Wind Speed
1.3 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
49.88km
Cloud Cover
17%
Wave Period
13.7s
Air Temperature
24.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Keauhou Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Keauhou Bay
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.296258394160585/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.2m, Wind 0.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.432981818181817/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Keauhou Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Keauhou Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Keauhou 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 1.2m (13.7s), Wind: 0.4 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 1.2m, Wind: 4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Keauhou BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Keauhou Bay
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 Keauhou Bay
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Keauhou Bay
January
Score: 9.9
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Keauhou Bay
Water Temp
24.7°C / 76.5°F
July
Visibility
16.7m / 54.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Keauhou Bay
Keauhou Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.7°C) and January the coldest (19.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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). December 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 17, 2026
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