Pangalisan
At this captivating site, divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of captivating species, including the magnificent Green turtle, White/Black Tip Shark, majestic Eagle Ray, impressive Napoleon Fish, colorful Nudibranchs, fascinating Shrimps, agile Crabs, and the elusive Pygmy Seahorse, to name just a few.
With excellent visibility spanning up to 21 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, this dive site is accessible even to beginner divers. Whether you're just starting your underwater adventure or have years of experience, this site offers an exceptional diving experience for all levels.
Discover the wonders of this extraordinary dive site at Bunaken National Park and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring beauty of the underwater world. Plan your visit today and prepare for an unforgettable diving experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Pangalisan
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pangalisan
Depth
21m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Pangalisan
Wave Height
0.14m
Wind Speed
9.8 m/s
Water Temp
30.8°C
Visibility
59.18km
Cloud Cover
6%
Wave Period
3.65s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Pangalisan
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.803525570776255/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.14m, Wind 2.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.127625570776255/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Pangalisan 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.
Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.14m (3.65s), Wind: 2.8 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.14m, Wind: 6.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for PangalisanAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pangalisan
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 Pangalisan
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pangalisan
Ideal Conditions for Pangalisan
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
June
Visibility
10.7m / 35.1ft
September
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
June
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pangalisan
Pangalisan shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (22.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in June with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in June 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). April is usually the driest month with 5.7mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during June to August, 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 - Jul 13, 2026