Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
Only 5 minutes away from the dive shop in Western, Solomon Islands, you'll find the Mitsubishi G3M "Nell" bomber. This incredible dive site lies in just 6 meters of water, offering wreck enthusiasts a fascinating underwater adventure. The Nell, piloted by Keizo Kondo, was brought down by two American P39 Airacobra fighter planes on December 28, 1942, only 30 meters from the shore. Despite the wreckage, the cockpit, engines, and wings remain intact, while the rear section of the fuselage has deteriorated over time. The divers of all levels, including beginners, can explore this captivating aircraft and discover a thriving underwater ecosystem filled with colorful reef fish like butterflyfish, angelfish, Moorish Idol, and squirrelfish. For the best diving experience, we recommend visiting this wreck in the morning.
Diving Conditions Score for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
Wave Height
1.06m
Wind Speed
18.1 m/s
Water Temp
28.7°C
Visibility
22.68km
Cloud Cover
10%
Wave Period
6.4s
Air Temperature
27.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.659866666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 16.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 7.31244328358209/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck) 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
17:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1m (6.55s), Wind: 16.1 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 15 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
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 Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
May
Visibility
14.0m / 45.9ft
October
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck)
Mitsubishi G3M ’Nell’ (Wreck) follows southern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.1°C) and December the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). July is usually the driest month with 1.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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 18, 2026
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