Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
South Tip is a dive site situated off the southern tip of Racha Noi's South Island in Thailand's Phuket Province. This captivating underwater destination has depths ranging from 9m to 40m, featuring impressive roots and a vibrant marine ecosystem. Due to the consistently strong currents, it is advised that only advanced divers explore this site.
One of the notable attractions at South Tip is the possibility of encountering majestic Manta Rays. These magnificent creatures are commonly found south of the main root, at depths reaching nearly 40m. Exploring the sandy areas surrounding the root may lead to remarkable encounters with the vibrant purple firefish. Additionally, divers exploring the east side of the southern end often have thrilling encounters with schools of barracudas.
This dynamic underwater landscape is adorned with megaliths and is renowned for its high rate of manta ray sightings. With excellent visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 22m, South Tip offers divers an unforgettable experience. Advanced divers seeking an exhilarating dive in Thailand's Phuket Province should not miss the opportunity to explore this remarkable dive site.
One of the notable attractions at South Tip is the possibility of encountering majestic Manta Rays. These magnificent creatures are commonly found south of the main root, at depths reaching nearly 40m. Exploring the sandy areas surrounding the root may lead to remarkable encounters with the vibrant purple firefish. Additionally, divers exploring the east side of the southern end often have thrilling encounters with schools of barracudas.
This dynamic underwater landscape is adorned with megaliths and is renowned for its high rate of manta ray sightings. With excellent visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 22m, South Tip offers divers an unforgettable experience. Advanced divers seeking an exhilarating dive in Thailand's Phuket Province should not miss the opportunity to explore this remarkable dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
6.7
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
Depth
22m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
Wave Height
0.4m
Wind Speed
6 m/s
Water Temp
30.6°C
Visibility
2.6km
Cloud Cover
94%
Wave Period
7.45s
Air Temperature
30.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Racha Noi South Tip
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Dive Score Chart for Racha Noi South Tip
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.510644444444445/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 4.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.172467136150235/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Racha Noi South Tip: 06:00
Sunset at Racha Noi South Tip: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Racha Noi South Tip 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: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.42m (7.2s), Wind: 4.8 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 3.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in ThailandAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
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 Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
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 Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
August
Visibility
10.4m / 34.1ft
January
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand
Racha Noi South Tip, Phuket in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.4°C) and December the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 2.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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 18, 2026
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