Pyramid Pinnacle
This dive site, located off the Kona coast of Hawaii, offers a stunning underwater experience. Known as the Pyramid Butterflyfish Reef, this intermediate-level dive spot is named after the beautiful pyramid butterflyfish that can be found schooling around the reef. Explore the submerged lava arches, caverns, pinnacles, and finger corals that adorn this site, providing ample opportunities for underwater enthusiasts.
The diverse marine life encounters at this location are truly remarkable. Divers can expect to encounter resident conger eels, a plethora of vibrant reef fish, graceful green sea turtles, cleaner shrimp, and even lobsters. The underwater scenery is as awe-inspiring as the wildlife itself.
With a visibility of 22m and a maximum depth of 18m, this dive site is suitable for beginners. Located in the United States, specifically in Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii with a zip code of 96840, this site offers convenience and accessibility for diving enthusiasts.
Experience the natural beauty and diverse marine life of the Pyramid Butterflyfish Reef, an enticing dive location for adventurers of all skill levels.
The diverse marine life encounters at this location are truly remarkable. Divers can expect to encounter resident conger eels, a plethora of vibrant reef fish, graceful green sea turtles, cleaner shrimp, and even lobsters. The underwater scenery is as awe-inspiring as the wildlife itself.
With a visibility of 22m and a maximum depth of 18m, this dive site is suitable for beginners. Located in the United States, specifically in Kailua-Kona, Hawaiʻi County, Hawaii with a zip code of 96840, this site offers convenience and accessibility for diving enthusiasts.
Experience the natural beauty and diverse marine life of the Pyramid Butterflyfish Reef, an enticing dive location for adventurers of all skill levels.
Diving Conditions Score for Pyramid Pinnacle
7.7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Pyramid Pinnacle
Depth
18m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Pyramid Pinnacle
Wave Height
1.02m
Wind Speed
11.4 m/s
Water Temp
28°C
Visibility
33.08km
Cloud Cover
71%
Wave Period
12.75s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Pyramid Pinnacle
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Dive Score Chart for Pyramid Pinnacle
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.708122267206477/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 3.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.3637/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Pyramid Pinnacle : 06:00
Sunset at Pyramid Pinnacle : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Pyramid Pinnacle 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
17:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 1m (12.35s), Wind: 3.8 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Pyramid Pinnacle Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Pyramid Pinnacle
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 Pyramid Pinnacle
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Pyramid Pinnacle
January
Score: 9.9
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Pyramid Pinnacle
Water Temp
24.7°C / 76.5°F
July
Visibility
16.7m / 54.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.7m / 2.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Pyramid Pinnacle
Pyramid Pinnacle shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.7°C) and January the coldest (19.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m 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). December is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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 28, 2026
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