Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Divers exploring Koh Ma will encounter a plethora of fascinating marine species, including lionfish, angelfish, butterfly fish, clownfish, barracudas, stingrays, razorfish schools, seahorses, turtles, and an abundance of macro life.
With a maximum depth of 9m and visibility reaching up to 6m, this site is suitable for beginners and offers a rewarding experience for divers of all levels. Koh Ma's close proximity to Coral Reef, located at สฎ.6038, Haad Mae Haad, Surat Thani Province, 84820, Thailand, makes it easily accessible for underwater adventures.
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Diving Conditions Score for Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Depth
9m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
6.7 m/s
Water Temp
31°C
Visibility
22.08km
Cloud Cover
88%
Wave Period
2s
Air Temperature
29.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Koh Ma
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 9.03936507936508/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.08m, Wind 4.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.8762444444444455/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Koh Ma 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.08m (2.1s), Wind: 4.1 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.12m, Wind: 6.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Koh Ma, Koh Tao in ThailandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Koh Ma, Koh Tao 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 Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Ideal Conditions for Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
April
Visibility
12.4m / 40.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand
Koh Ma, Koh Tao in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.0°C) and December the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.4m 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 0.6mm 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 16, 2026