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Koyoko Island

This dive site ranks among the top 5 in the region due to its captivating allure and stunning beauty. Divers will be amazed by the vibrant schools of fish and splendid coral colonies that adorn the underwater landscape. For those seeking adventure, the dive site also features captivating underwater caves that can be explored after a safety stop. It is advisable to plan the dive during low tide to minimize the occasionally swift current. Additionally, the calm 5-meter depth upon entering the water from the boat makes it an ideal location for beginners, offering a sense of security in the underwater realm.

At this remarkable dive site, divers have the opportunity to observe various marine life, including colonies of snappers, schools of yellowtail snapper, groupers, and a diverse range of snapper species. The site is also home to both soft and hard corals. Additionally, the cave itself is inhabited by fish species that thrive in dimly lit environments, such as gibbons, gobies, and southern longspine snappers. Lucky divers may even encounter rare species like ragged scorpionfish, sharks, and adult butterflyfish. With its rich diversity and vibrant ecosystem, this location provides an immersive experience for all divers.

Visibility at this dive site reaches an impressive 10 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the underwater wonders. The maximum depth of the site is 18 meters, making it accessible to divers of different skill levels, including beginners, advanced divers, and experts. Located in Japan, specifically in Ainan, Minami-Uwa County, Ehime Prefecture, 798-4110, this dive site offers a convenient and unforgettable diving experience in a breathtaking setting.

Diving Conditions Score for Koyoko Island

6.8
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Koyoko Island

Depth

18m

Visibility

10m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Koyoko Island

Wave Height

0.62m

Wind Speed

15.8 m/s

Water Temp

24.3°C

Visibility

7.2km

Cloud Cover

65%

Wave Period

5.25s

Air Temperature

23.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Koyoko Island
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Dive Score Chart for Koyoko Island

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.330903426791277/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 1.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.379530886850153/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Koyoko Island: 06:00
Sunset at Koyoko Island: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Koyoko Island 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.

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Best Overall
8:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.66m (5.35s), Wind: 1.4 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 8.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Koyoko Island
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Koyoko Island

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 Koyoko Island

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.5/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Koyoko Island

January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for Koyoko Island

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.4m / 44.0ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

October

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Koyoko Island

Koyoko Island 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026

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