Sabolan Besar
Located in the central area, this dive site near Labuan Bajo, Indonesia, offers convenience and accessibility for divers of all levels. With its calm sandy bottom area, it is an ideal location for check out dives. Explore the vibrant macro life and discover hidden critters that inhabit the site. With a maximum depth of 18m and visibility of 16m, this dive site promises a memorable underwater experience. Beginners and advanced divers alike are welcome to explore this enchanting spot located close to Le Pirate Island Beach Resort in Labuan Bajo, Manggarai Barat, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia.
Diving Conditions Score for Sabolan Besar
8.6
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sabolan Besar
Depth
18m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Sabolan Besar
Wave Height
0.26m
Wind Speed
9.2 m/s
Water Temp
28.8°C
Visibility
32.2km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
4.2s
Air Temperature
23.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sabolan Besar
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Dive Score Chart for Sabolan Besar
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.744427983539094/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.28m, Wind 8.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.836666666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sabolan Besar: 06:00
Sunset at Sabolan Besar: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sabolan Besar 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
3:00Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.32m (4s), Wind: 2.9 m/s
Safest Overall
13:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.28m (4.05s), Wind: 8.5 m/s
Best Day
13:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.28m, Wind: 8.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sabolan BesarAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sabolan Besar
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 Sabolan Besar
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 Sabolan Besar
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Sabolan Besar
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
May
Visibility
15.5m / 50.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sabolan Besar
Sabolan Besar follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (22.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 29, 2026
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