OHINAU ISLAND
Ohinau Island, located in the Coromandel Peninsula, is a captivating destination for divers in New Zealand. Formerly an abandoned island, it now forms part of the Mercury Island group, offering exceptional dive experiences.
The waters surrounding the island boast an impressive array of marine life, providing divers with abundant opportunities to observe various fish species. However, it is essential to exercise caution when exploring the southern tip of the island, as it may encounter strong mid-water currents.
With a visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 13m, Ohinau Island caters to divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Its convenient proximity to Waikato, New Zealand, makes it an easily accessible diving location.
Explore the breathtaking underwater world of Ohinau Island and immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of New Zealand's diving scene.
The waters surrounding the island boast an impressive array of marine life, providing divers with abundant opportunities to observe various fish species. However, it is essential to exercise caution when exploring the southern tip of the island, as it may encounter strong mid-water currents.
With a visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 13m, Ohinau Island caters to divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Its convenient proximity to Waikato, New Zealand, makes it an easily accessible diving location.
Explore the breathtaking underwater world of Ohinau Island and immerse yourself in the unparalleled beauty of New Zealand's diving scene.
Diving Conditions Score for OHINAU ISLAND
5.7
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for OHINAU ISLAND
Depth
13m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for OHINAU ISLAND
Wave Height
1.22m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
16.8°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for OHINAU ISLAND
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Dive Score Chart for OHINAU ISLAND
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.566666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.22m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.066666666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at OHINAU ISLAND: 06:00
Sunset at OHINAU ISLAND: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at OHINAU ISLAND 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: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.22m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 1.22m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for OHINAU ISLANDAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at OHINAU ISLAND
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 OHINAU ISLAND
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for OHINAU ISLAND
July
Score: 9.9
June
Score: 9.8
August
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for OHINAU ISLAND
Water Temp
23.7°C / 74.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for OHINAU ISLAND
OHINAU ISLAND follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.7°C) and December the coldest (19.7°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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