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One Tree Bay

Located to the north of the main island in Malaysia, this small protected bay provides a beautiful dive experience for both beginner and advanced divers. With a maximum depth of 18m and visibility reaching up to 11m, this dive site offers optimal conditions for exploring the underwater world. When the south wind is blowing, this bay becomes a sheltered area, ensuring a tranquil diving experience.

Divers can expect to encounter a plethora of vibrant reef fish in the moderate currents. However, it is advised to remain vigilant when the current is strong, as you may be pleasantly surprised by the passing marine life. The close proximity to Malaysia makes this dive site easily accessible for diving enthusiasts of all levels.

Experience the wonders of this picturesque dive site and uncover the hidden treasures beneath the ocean's surface. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this bay promises an unforgettable underwater escapade.

Diving Conditions Score for One Tree Bay

6.5
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 One Tree Bay

Depth

18m

Visibility

11m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for One Tree Bay

Wave Height

0.36m

Wind Speed

13.8 m/s

Water Temp

29.5°C

Visibility

10.42km

Cloud Cover

53%

Wave Period

3.05s

Air Temperature

30.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for One Tree Bay
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Dive Score Chart for One Tree Bay

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.371427956989248/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 9.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.798830601092896/10.

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

Sunrise at One Tree Bay: 06:00
Sunset at One Tree Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at One Tree Bay 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
16:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.32m (3.1s), Wind: 9.3 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 10.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for One Tree Bay
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at One Tree Bay

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 One Tree Bay

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 One Tree Bay

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

Ideal Conditions for One Tree Bay

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.6m / 47.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

April

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for One Tree Bay

One Tree Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.3°C) and December the coldest (22.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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). May is usually the driest month with 1.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, 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 - Jul 7, 2026

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