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Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

Located on the west side of Koh Phi Phi Lei in Thailand, Maya Bay is a stunning dive site renowned for its appearance in the movie 'The Beach'. Dive enthusiasts will find Maya Corner just inside the northern entrance of the bay, following the coastline north. This dive site features a steep shelved reef with intermittent wall sections, offering a diverse underwater landscape.

Divers have the incredible opportunity to encounter both green and hawksbill turtles during their dive, with sightings of two or three turtles being quite common. Additionally, stingrays and black-tip reef sharks can occasionally be spotted in this area. The reef itself is adorned with hard corals, providing a vibrant backdrop for underwater exploration. Adventurous divers can also explore the swim-throughs filled with sweepers.

For snorkelers, Maya Bay offers a large and shallow bay teeming with colorful patch corals and schools of reef fish. Although sharks are typically found further up the northern coast, this area is known for sightings of abundant moorish idols and bannerfish. As expected, divers can encounter a wide variety of reef fish commonly found in the region.

Notably, Maya Bay is a beginner-friendly dive site and snorkeling location, rarely affected by currents, particularly within the bay itself. With an average depth of 14m and a maximum depth of 17m, this dive site offers favorable conditions for divers of all levels. The visibility spans an average of 14 meters, providing clear visibility to marvel at the underwater wonders.

Enhance your diving experience by venturing to Maya Bay, conveniently located near Maya Beach in the Krabi Province of Thailand. Immerse yourself in the enchanting marine world and indulge in the breathtaking beauty that awaits beneath the water's surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

7.3
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

Depth

17m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

Wave Height

0.64m

Wind Speed

18.6 m/s

Water Temp

30.7°C

Visibility

10.98km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

5.45s

Air Temperature

27.4°C

Precipitation

0.7 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Maya Corner
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Dive Score Chart for Maya Corner

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.721851851851851/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 21.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.440740740740741/10.

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

Sunrise at Maya Corner : 06:00
Sunset at Maya Corner : 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Maya Corner 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
12:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.66m (5.4s), Wind: 21.4 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.56m, Wind: 18.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

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 Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

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 Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

10.4m / 34.1ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.9m / 6.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand

Maya Corner , Krabi in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.3°C) and December the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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 28, 2026

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