Likuan Pygmy
Get ready to encounter various fascinating marine species at this site, such as Green turtles, White/Black Tip Sharks, Eagle Rays, Napoleon Fish, Nudibranchs, Shrimps, Crabs, Pygmy Seahorses, and more.
With a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 22m, this dive site offers exhilarating opportunities for advanced divers. Explore the wonders of the underwater world and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of this dive location in Bunaken National Park.
Diving Conditions Score for Likuan Pygmy
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Likuan Pygmy
Depth
22m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Likuan Pygmy
Wave Height
0.14m
Wind Speed
5.7 m/s
Water Temp
30.4°C
Visibility
56.5km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
3.9s
Air Temperature
23.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Likuan Pygmy
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.195705220883534/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.668458847736627/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Likuan Pygmy 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: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.16m (4.15s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.16m, Wind: 2.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Likuan PygmyAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Likuan Pygmy
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 Likuan Pygmy
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Likuan Pygmy
Ideal Conditions for Likuan Pygmy
Water Temp
20.2°C / 68.4°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Likuan Pygmy
Likuan Pygmy shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.2°C) and December the coldest (16.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 22, 2026