Rotui
Dive along the outer reef with thousands of vibrant juvenile fish, including blacktip sharks, lemon sharks, and the possibility of encountering a nurse shark. This captivating dive site, located in the crystal-clear waters of France, is accessible from N1 or Open Water certification levels. With a maximum depth of 15m and impressive visibility of 22m, divers of all levels, from beginners to experts, can explore this underwater paradise. Plan your next diving adventure at Route de ceinture, Papetō’ai, Moorea-Maiao, Windward Islands, French Polynesia, 98728, France.
Diving Conditions Score for Rotui
7.3
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Rotui
Depth
19m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Rotui
Wave Height
1.8m
Wind Speed
14.8 m/s
Water Temp
27.1°C
Visibility
17.72km
Cloud Cover
39%
Wave Period
10.8s
Air Temperature
24.2°C
Precipitation
0.3 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Rotui
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Dive Score Chart for Rotui
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.024299290780141/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.74m, Wind 5.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.262733333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Rotui: 06:00
Sunset at Rotui: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Rotui 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
7:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.74m (11.75s), Wind: 5.8 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.74m, Wind: 9.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for RotuiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Rotui
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 Rotui
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.4/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Rotui
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.5
May
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Rotui
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
May
Visibility
11.5m / 37.7ft
September
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Rotui
Rotui follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.0°C) and November the coldest (20.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.6mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during October to December, 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 6, 2026
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