Sakatia
Welcome to Operation Wallacéa Diving Spot in Madagascar! This ideal location offers an exceptional diving experience with opportunities for reef check and scientific dives. The dive site is situated just 12 km away from our dive center.
Divers will be mesmerized by the abundant macro life, particularly the nudibranchs. Please note that visibility levels may vary, but generally average around 14 meters. While you may not encounter large fish, the abundance of exquisite corals makes up for it.
If you require further details about this unique Operation Wallacéa diving spot, our knowledgeable staff will be more than happy to assist you. Feel free to ask any questions you may have. Discover the captivating underwater world of Madagascar with us!
(Operation Wallacéa is located near Sakatia Lodge, Route de l'Ouest, Vanila Hotel, Anoronjia, Ambaro, District de Nosy Be, Diana, Antsiranana Province, 220, Madagascar.)
Divers will be mesmerized by the abundant macro life, particularly the nudibranchs. Please note that visibility levels may vary, but generally average around 14 meters. While you may not encounter large fish, the abundance of exquisite corals makes up for it.
If you require further details about this unique Operation Wallacéa diving spot, our knowledgeable staff will be more than happy to assist you. Feel free to ask any questions you may have. Discover the captivating underwater world of Madagascar with us!
(Operation Wallacéa is located near Sakatia Lodge, Route de l'Ouest, Vanila Hotel, Anoronjia, Ambaro, District de Nosy Be, Diana, Antsiranana Province, 220, Madagascar.)
Diving Conditions Score for Sakatia
9.6
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sakatia
Depth
20m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Sakatia
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
0.7 m/s
Water Temp
28.8°C
Visibility
24.74km
Cloud Cover
11%
Wave Period
4.85s
Air Temperature
26.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sakatia
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Dive Score Chart for Sakatia
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.618566666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 9.390800280112046/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sakatia: 06:00
Sunset at Sakatia: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sakatia 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: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.46m (5.75s), Wind: 4 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.46m (4.85s), Wind: 0.7 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 2.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for SakatiaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sakatia
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 Sakatia
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.7/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Sakatia
May
Score: 9.8
June
Score: 9.8
July
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for Sakatia
Water Temp
26.1°C / 79.0°F
April
Visibility
13.5m / 44.3ft
May
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sakatia
Sakatia follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (26.1°C) and October the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.1m 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). July is usually the driest month with 0.3mm 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 14, 2026
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