Levenbank
Levenbank, located in the middle of the Indian Ocean near Nungwi, Tanzania, is a deep dive site perfect for experienced divers. With a maximum depth of 35m, it offers a challenging and exciting underwater adventure. The visibility in this area is around 20m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the stunning marine life and vibrant coral formations.
One of the highlights of Levenbank is a pinnacle covered in both hard and soft/sponge coral. As you descend from the deep area to the shallow section, you can encounter various captivating marine species. Keep an eye out for big moray eels, groupers, barracuda, batfish, bluefin trevally, and a variety of angelfish. These magnificent creatures add to the allure of this dive site, creating unforgettable moments for divers.
For those seeking a thrilling and immersive diving experience, Levenbank is the perfect choice. Its rich biodiversity and unique underwater landscape make it an unforgettable destination for advanced divers.
One of the highlights of Levenbank is a pinnacle covered in both hard and soft/sponge coral. As you descend from the deep area to the shallow section, you can encounter various captivating marine species. Keep an eye out for big moray eels, groupers, barracuda, batfish, bluefin trevally, and a variety of angelfish. These magnificent creatures add to the allure of this dive site, creating unforgettable moments for divers.
For those seeking a thrilling and immersive diving experience, Levenbank is the perfect choice. Its rich biodiversity and unique underwater landscape make it an unforgettable destination for advanced divers.
Diving Conditions Score for Levenbank
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Levenbank
Depth
25m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
expert
Weather Conditions for Levenbank
Wave Height
0.92m
Wind Speed
19.8 m/s
Water Temp
27.4°C
Visibility
38.88km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
5.1s
Air Temperature
24.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Levenbank
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Dive Score Chart for Levenbank
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.8133333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.82m, Wind 27.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.52825641025641/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Levenbank: 06:00
Sunset at Levenbank: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Levenbank 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
12:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.82m (4.75s), Wind: 27.4 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 18.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for LevenbankAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Levenbank
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 Levenbank
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Levenbank
June
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.5
July
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Levenbank
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
May
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
December
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Levenbank
Levenbank follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.2°C) and October the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, 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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