Mississippi
Prepare to be enthralled by an array of impressive marine inhabitants, including grey, blacktip, and whitetip reef sharks, barracudas, GT's/jacks, blue fin trevally, and more. Immerse yourself in the captivating sights that surround you - the wonders above, below, and all around.
As Fiji's premier diving destination, 'The Passage' showcases unparalleled natural beauty. However, do not overlook the equally stunning sites within Midway Reef, Vatulaca Reef, Charybdis Reef, and Malake Passage, all conveniently located nearby. The boat ride to 'The Passage' typically takes just over one hour from various locations in Western Fiji. Please note that due to the expansive size of Fiji's largest conservation park, spanning over 110km², some sites may require additional travel time. Remember to revel in the ocean's beauty and treat its delicate ecosystem with utmost respect.
For more information on the Vatu-i-Ra Conservation Park, visit divechamp.com. Plan your extraordinary dive adventure and delve into the treasures of Fiji's underwater paradise. Fiji eagerly awaits both novice and experienced divers, offering hidden wonders beyond imagination.
Please be aware that a nominal fee of FJ$15 (subject to change) per diver is applicable, granting annual "membership" access to the reserve. Find additional details at divechamp.com.
Diving Conditions Score for Mississippi
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Mississippi
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Mississippi
Wave Height
0.2m
Wind Speed
10.4 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
22.98km
Cloud Cover
12%
Wave Period
5.25s
Air Temperature
22.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Mississippi
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.870613131313132/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.2m, Wind 9 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 9.188133333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Mississippi 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: 0.22m (6.4s), Wind: 1.4 m/s
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.22m (6.55s), Wind: 9 m/s
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for MississippiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mississippi
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 Mississippi
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Mississippi
Ideal Conditions for Mississippi
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
June
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
June
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mississippi
Mississippi follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.4°C) and October the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 9, 2026