Palau Iro Maru Wreck
The Iro Maru wreck in Palau is a renowned WWII site for divers. This former Japanese freighter spans approximately 150 meters (470 feet) in length and rests at a depth of around 25 meters (80 feet). Diving with Nitrox is highly recommended for an enhanced experience.
Expect excellent visibility ranging from 10 meters (30 feet) up to 30 meters (100 feet) at this site. The wreck is adorned with impressive black corals and vibrant other corals, creating a beautiful underwater scene. Additionally, an abundance of fish can usually be observed in the area.
Diver Level: Both beginners and advanced divers can explore this site comfortably.
Location: The Iro Maru wreck is conveniently located near Meyuns, Koror, Palau.
Keywords: Iro Maru, Palau, WWII wreck, Japanese freighter, Nitrox, visibility, black corals, fish.
Expect excellent visibility ranging from 10 meters (30 feet) up to 30 meters (100 feet) at this site. The wreck is adorned with impressive black corals and vibrant other corals, creating a beautiful underwater scene. Additionally, an abundance of fish can usually be observed in the area.
Diver Level: Both beginners and advanced divers can explore this site comfortably.
Location: The Iro Maru wreck is conveniently located near Meyuns, Koror, Palau.
Keywords: Iro Maru, Palau, WWII wreck, Japanese freighter, Nitrox, visibility, black corals, fish.
Diving Conditions Score for Palau Iro Maru Wreck
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Palau Iro Maru Wreck
Depth
26m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Palau Iro Maru Wreck
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
13.5 m/s
Water Temp
29.4°C
Visibility
39.76km
Cloud Cover
91%
Wave Period
6s
Air Temperature
28°C
Precipitation
0.5 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Palau Iro Maru Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Palau Iro Maru Wreck
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.138466666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.22m, Wind 20.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.950000000000001/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Palau Iro Maru Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Palau Iro Maru Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Palau Iro Maru Wreck 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
16:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.22m (5.6s), Wind: 20.5 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.02m, Wind: 12.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Palau Iro Maru WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Palau Iro Maru Wreck
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 Palau Iro Maru Wreck
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 Palau Iro Maru Wreck
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Palau Iro Maru Wreck
Water Temp
20.7°C / 69.3°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Palau Iro Maru Wreck
Palau Iro Maru Wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.7°C) and December the coldest (16.7°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 21, 2026
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