Kubu Reef
Description: This dive site in Kubu, Bali, Indonesia is perfect for divers of all levels. With easy access from the beach, it offers a great diving experience. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the underwater world as you explore the mesmerizing corals and contrasting black sand on the bottom. The dive site is enhanced by the presence of Gorgonias fan corals, soft corals, and a stunning slope with garden eels and blue spotted stingrays. What makes this site truly unique is the picture-perfect scenery, with the black sand from the nearby Agung volcano adding an extraordinary touch. With a visibility of 14m and a maximum depth of 20m, this dive site guarantees an unforgettable underwater adventure. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this site offers something for everyone.
Diving Conditions Score for Kubu Reef
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kubu Reef
Depth
20m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Kubu Reef
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
9 m/s
Water Temp
28.9°C
Visibility
4.68km
Cloud Cover
25%
Wave Period
6.65s
Air Temperature
26.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kubu Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Kubu Reef
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.550064102564102/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.68m, Wind 3.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.178752454780362/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Kubu Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Kubu Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Kubu 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
9:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.68m (6.5s), Wind: 3.9 m/s
Safest Overall
10:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.68m (6.55s), Wind: 3.5 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 1.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kubu ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kubu Reef
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 Kubu Reef
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 Kubu Reef
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Kubu Reef
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
June
Visibility
13.9m / 45.6ft
April
Wave Height
0.6m / 2.0ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kubu Reef
Kubu Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.3°C) and January the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.6m 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.3mm 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 20, 2026
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