Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand
Nakaley Reef is a 200-meter long dive site located in Thailand, close to Yae Beach in Kamala, Phuket Province. This stunning reef begins just 10 meters from the beach and stretches 50 meters into the sea, running directly from north to south. With a gradual drop in depth to 12-14 meters, Nakaley Reef offers diverse marine life and is suitable for both beach diving and approaching by boat.
Divers of all levels, including beginners, will enjoy exploring Nakaley Reef. Its crystal clear waters boast a visibility of 7 meters, allowing for excellent underwater views. With a maximum depth of 11 meters, this site provides a safe and comfortable diving experience.
Diving enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of marine species at Nakaley Reef. This thriving ecosystem is home to various colorful reef fishes, including damsel, fusilier, snappers, and butterfly fishes. Encounter fascinating creatures such as octopuses and moray eels, that often swim by. Keep an eye out for stingrays gracefully resting on the sandy bottom.
Experience the wonders of Nakaley Reef, a captivating dive site that combines natural beauty and underwater biodiversity.
Divers of all levels, including beginners, will enjoy exploring Nakaley Reef. Its crystal clear waters boast a visibility of 7 meters, allowing for excellent underwater views. With a maximum depth of 11 meters, this site provides a safe and comfortable diving experience.
Diving enthusiasts will be delighted by the abundance of marine species at Nakaley Reef. This thriving ecosystem is home to various colorful reef fishes, including damsel, fusilier, snappers, and butterfly fishes. Encounter fascinating creatures such as octopuses and moray eels, that often swim by. Keep an eye out for stingrays gracefully resting on the sandy bottom.
Experience the wonders of Nakaley Reef, a captivating dive site that combines natural beauty and underwater biodiversity.
Diving Conditions Score for Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand
Depth
11m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand
Wave Height
0.62m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
30.2°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
7.2s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Nakaley
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Dive Score Chart for Nakaley
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.370000000000001/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.87/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Nakaley: 06:00
Sunset at Nakaley: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Nakaley 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
6:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.62m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Nakaley, Phuket in ThailandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Nakaley, Phuket 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 Nakaley, Phuket 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 Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand
Water Temp
20.8°C / 69.4°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand
Nakaley, Phuket in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.8°C) and December the coldest (16.8°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
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