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Ngatangiia School

This dive site in the Cook Islands offers a gradual slope starting at a depth of approximately 15 meters, making it suitable for divers of all experience levels. Even beginners can enjoy an easy drop-off dive here. For more advanced divers, there is an additional thrill of a small swim through at around 27 meters deep. The depth range of the site varies from 16 to 30 meters.

Despite being heavily impacted by cyclones in 2005, this dive site has made a remarkable recovery and now showcases a diverse marine ecosystem. While exploring the underwater world, divers can frequently spot tunas, trevallies, moray eels, lionfish, and pufferfish. The site's visibility stretches up to an impressive 33 meters, providing excellent opportunities for underwater photography and a clear view of the thriving marine life.

Located close to Te Uki Ou, Ara Tapu, Tropical Sands, Ngatangiia, and Takitumu in Rarotonga, Cook Islands, this dive site offers convenient access for both locals and visitors. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver seeking adventure, this site caters to all skill levels. Prepare to immerse yourself in the beauty and wonders of the underwater realm at this remarkable Cook Islands dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Ngatangiia School

6.1
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Ngatangiia School

Depth

19m

Visibility

33m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Ngatangiia School

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

18°C

Visibility

15km

Cloud Cover

57.5%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

20°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ngatangiia School
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Dive Score Chart for Ngatangiia School

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Ngatangiia School: 06:00
Sunset at Ngatangiia School: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Ngatangiia School 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
6:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Ngatangiia School
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ngatangiia School

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 Ngatangiia School

Summer

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Ngatangiia School

May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Ngatangiia School

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.1°C / 71.8°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Ngatangiia School

Ngatangiia School follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.1°C) and December the coldest (18.1°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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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