Lao Lao
Explore the captivating dive site located just 20 minutes away from the Soul Scuba Divers Dive Centre in Situs Biologi, West Papua, Indonesia. This deep dive spot is perfect for advanced divers, offering intriguing coral formations teeming with vibrant schools of fish. Experience the thrill of navigating through a medium to strong current and encounter an array of marine life, including snappers, triggerfish, angelfish, reef sharks, sea turtles, sea snakes, and eagle rays gracefully passing by. With a maximum depth of 23m and visibility reaching 19m, this stunning dive site guarantees an unforgettable underwater adventure. For a truly remarkable dive experience, consider concluding your exploration at the renowned Mioskun dive site. Don't miss your chance to discover the hidden treasures of this remarkable Indonesian dive destination!
Diving Conditions Score for Lao Lao
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lao Lao
Depth
23m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Lao Lao
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
12.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
48.5km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
2.8s
Air Temperature
27.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lao Lao
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Dive Score Chart for Lao Lao
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.558305084745763/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.34m, Wind 9.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.061857142857143/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lao Lao: 06:00
Sunset at Lao Lao: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lao Lao 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: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.34m (2.95s), Wind: 9.7 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.36m, Wind: 12.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lao LaoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lao Lao
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 Lao Lao
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 Lao Lao
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Lao Lao
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
May
Visibility
12.4m / 40.7ft
October
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lao Lao
Lao Lao follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (23.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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). October is usually the driest month with 3.6mm 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 - Jul 11, 2026
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