Kinmenone
Kuroshima Dive Site is situated in the southwestern part of Ishigaki Island, Japan, just a 30-minute boat ride away. With a maximum depth of 17 meters and excellent visibility of 22 meters, this dive site is perfect for beginners. The main attraction of Kuroshima is the stunning coral reef fish, especially the vibrant school of yellow-flanked fish, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle of fish shadows. Predatory fish, like large groupers, are also commonly spotted here, taking advantage of the abundant prey. Along the sandy sections, divers can also encounter fascinating garden eels.
In addition to the captivating fish population, Kuroshima is home to other intriguing species like butterflyfish, snappers, and honeycomb moray eels, which can be spotted if you look closely. Exploring the site may also reveal various marine treasures such as colorful clownfish, beautiful nudibranchs, and tiny shrimp.
Kuroshima Dive Site boasts convenient proximity to Iko, Taketomi, Yaeyama, in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, Kuroshima promises a memorable underwater adventure filled with diverse marine life and captivating sights.
In addition to the captivating fish population, Kuroshima is home to other intriguing species like butterflyfish, snappers, and honeycomb moray eels, which can be spotted if you look closely. Exploring the site may also reveal various marine treasures such as colorful clownfish, beautiful nudibranchs, and tiny shrimp.
Kuroshima Dive Site boasts convenient proximity to Iko, Taketomi, Yaeyama, in Okinawa Prefecture, Japan. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced diver, Kuroshima promises a memorable underwater adventure filled with diverse marine life and captivating sights.
Diving Conditions Score for Kinmenone
5.5
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kinmenone
Depth
17m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Kinmenone
Wave Height
2.02m
Wind Speed
12.1 m/s
Water Temp
29.3°C
Visibility
7.54km
Cloud Cover
28%
Wave Period
9.8s
Air Temperature
30°C
Precipitation
0.3 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kinmenone
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Dive Score Chart for Kinmenone
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 5.7226333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.98m, Wind 12.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 5.119566666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Kinmenone: 06:00
Sunset at Kinmenone: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Kinmenone 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
7:00Score: 5.7/10
Waves: 1.98m (9.8s), Wind: 12.6 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 5.1/10
Waves: 1.9m, Wind: 13.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for KinmenoneAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kinmenone
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 Kinmenone
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kinmenone
January
Score: 8.5
November
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Kinmenone
Water Temp
28.0°C / 82.4°F
June
Visibility
10.6m / 34.8ft
July
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kinmenone
Kinmenone shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (29.4°C) and January the coldest (15.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.8mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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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