Raymond’s Point
Diving enthusiasts who venture into these waters can anticipate remarkable encounters with an abundance of marine creatures. From graceful Green turtles and distinctive White/Black Tip Sharks to majestic Eagle Rays, Napoleon Fish, Nudibranchs, Shrimps, Crabs, and even Pygmy Seahorses, this site offers a truly unforgettable experience.
Featuring excellent visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive site is perfect for advanced level divers seeking optimal conditions. Exploring the underwater wonders of Bunaken National Park becomes a must-do activity for anyone passionate about diving.
Discover the captivating wonders of this extraordinary dive site within Bunaken National Park. With its impressive marine life, remarkable visibility, and diverse ecosystem, it's no wonder divers from around the world are drawn to this enchanting destination.
Diving Conditions Score for Raymond’s Point
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Raymond’s Point
Depth
24m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Raymond’s Point
Wave Height
0.14m
Wind Speed
12.8 m/s
Water Temp
30.4°C
Visibility
56.38km
Cloud Cover
93%
Wave Period
3.75s
Air Temperature
27.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Raymond’s Point
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.196177056277058/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.16m, Wind 2.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.732048192771085/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Raymond’s Point 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: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.16m (3.85s), Wind: 2.8 m/s
Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 2.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Raymond’s PointAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Raymond’s Point
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 Raymond’s Point
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Raymond’s Point
Ideal Conditions for Raymond’s Point
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
April
Visibility
12.6m / 41.3ft
June
Wave Height
1.5m / 4.9ft
June
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Raymond’s Point
Raymond’s Point shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (23.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in June with average wave heights of 1.5m 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). September is usually the driest month with 1.9mm 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 - Jun 20, 2026