Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
Situated in the North East corner of Nusa Penida, Indonesia, Sampalan Dive Site offers an extraordinary drift experience with captivating coral formations and abundant marine life. With its impressive coral bommies, large barrel sponges, and massive compact corals, this dive spot guarantees a visually stunning underwater adventure. Pelagic species can be observed in the vibrant blue waters, while the bustling reef is teeming with vibrant activity. Perfect for advanced and expert divers, this site boasts a maximum depth of 23m and a visibility of 19m. Located near Batununggal, Bali, Indonesia, Sampalan Dive Site is a must-visit destination for diving enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
7.6
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
Depth
23m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
Wave Height
1.5m
Wind Speed
16.6 m/s
Water Temp
28.6°C
Visibility
22.7km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
9.85s
Air Temperature
25.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
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Dive Score Chart for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 6.4474/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.48m, Wind 23.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 5.9773/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali): 06:00
Sunset at Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali) 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
10:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.48m (9.8s), Wind: 23.5 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.6m, Wind: 8.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
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 Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
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 Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
April
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
November
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali)
Sampalan (Nusa Penida, Bali) follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.1°C) and December the coldest (23.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.1m 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 0.7mm 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 20, 2026
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