Rock Point West
Underwater, Rock Point West is home to a variety of marine life. Resident longnose emperor fish have claimed this area as their residence, while hawksbill turtles can be observed feeding in the shallow part of the reef, which forms a captivating psychedelic soft coral garden.
As you venture deeper along the slope, you'll encounter a vivid array of hard corals and sponges. The current at this site allows divers to choose between drifting eastwards or westwards, creating a dynamic underwater experience. Nudibranchs and flatworms can be found throughout the area, while giant frogfish can often be spotted perched on sponges, adding to the excitement of the dive.
Experience the beauty and diversity of Rock Point West, an ideal dive site for beginners. Grab your gear and discover the wonders that await beneath the surface at this captivating location on Apo Island.
Diving Conditions Score for Rock Point West
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Rock Point West
Depth
21m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Rock Point West
Wave Height
0.06m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
30.2°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
4.75s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Rock Point West
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.476666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.06m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.976666666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Rock Point West 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: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.06m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.06m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Rock Point WestAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Rock Point West
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 Rock Point West
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Rock Point West
Ideal Conditions for Rock Point West
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
June
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Rock Point West
Rock Point West shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in June with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.4mm 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 12, 2026