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MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

Discover a thrilling dive site in the Gulf of Thailand, where a container ship has become an underwater haven for marine life. This majestic vessel met its fate on December 18, 2022, succumbing to the fierce winds and waves. Stretching 79 meters in length and 12 meters in width, the ship rests at depths ranging from 35 to 40 meters.

Prepare to encounter an abundance of marine wonders as you dive into this site. Explore a vibrant ecosystem teeming with big grouper, yellowfin barracuda, black barracuda, snapper, batfish, and countless schools of small fish, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle.

To fully immerse yourself in this captivating underwater world, it is recommended to embark on two dives. Keep in mind that access to the dive site requires a lengthy journey from the shore, approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

With excellent visibility of up to 12 meters and a maximum depth of 27 meters, this dive site offers an exhilarating experience for advanced and expert divers. Unveil the mysteries hidden beneath the ocean's surface at this unforgettable location, undefined in country but located within the mesmerizing Gulf of Thailand.

Diving Conditions Score for MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

7.6
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

Depth

27m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

Wave Height

0.04m

Wind Speed

13.7 m/s

Water Temp

31°C

Visibility

39.26km

Cloud Cover

83%

Wave Period

2.45s

Air Temperature

29.6°C

Precipitation

1.3 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for MV Suntud Samut 4
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Dive Score Chart for MV Suntud Samut 4

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.228291304347826/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.04m, Wind 13.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.684233333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at MV Suntud Samut 4: 06:00
Sunset at MV Suntud Samut 4: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at MV Suntud Samut 4 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
13:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.04m (2.3s), Wind: 13.2 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 10.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

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 MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

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 MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

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

Ideal Conditions for MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.6m / 38.1ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao

MV Suntud Samut 4, Koh Tao shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.0°C) and December the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 0.0mm 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 18, 2026

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