Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
Samran Pinnacle, situated between Sail Rock and Koh Tao in the Gulf of Thailand, is an expansive rock formation that starts at a depth of 9m and plunges down to 28m. Divers can explore further depths by following the rock pattern along the seabed.
This mesmerizing dive site offers a diverse marine life, including captivating schools of barracudas, fusiliers, and trevallies. The main rock itself is home to fascinating creatures such as hermit crabs, white eye moray eels, and vibrant pink anemone fish, among others.
Boasting a boat travel time of approximately 25 minutes, Samran Pinnacle provides an accessible and thrilling diving experience. Keep your eyes peeled, as sightings of majestic whale sharks are possible during specific times of the year. However, it is important to note that this dive site is recommended for advanced certified divers or those with higher expertise.
With a visibility of 14m and a maximum depth of 25m, Samran Pinnacle offers an optimal underwater experience for adventurous divers seeking breathtaking encounters.
This mesmerizing dive site offers a diverse marine life, including captivating schools of barracudas, fusiliers, and trevallies. The main rock itself is home to fascinating creatures such as hermit crabs, white eye moray eels, and vibrant pink anemone fish, among others.
Boasting a boat travel time of approximately 25 minutes, Samran Pinnacle provides an accessible and thrilling diving experience. Keep your eyes peeled, as sightings of majestic whale sharks are possible during specific times of the year. However, it is important to note that this dive site is recommended for advanced certified divers or those with higher expertise.
With a visibility of 14m and a maximum depth of 25m, Samran Pinnacle offers an optimal underwater experience for adventurous divers seeking breathtaking encounters.
Diving Conditions Score for Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
7.8
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
Depth
25m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
10.7 m/s
Water Temp
30.9°C
Visibility
36.92km
Cloud Cover
82%
Wave Period
2.2s
Air Temperature
29.4°C
Precipitation
3.2 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Samran Pinnacle
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Dive Score Chart for Samran Pinnacle
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.687037037037037/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 4.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.628389147286822/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Samran Pinnacle: 06:00
Sunset at Samran Pinnacle: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Samran Pinnacle 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: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.1m (2.25s), Wind: 4.9 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Samran Pinnacle, Koh TaoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
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 Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
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 Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
August
Visibility
10.7m / 35.1ft
March
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao
Samran Pinnacle, Koh Tao shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.5°C) and December the coldest (23.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.8m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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 18, 2026
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The closest dive destination to Samran Pinnacle is Koh Tao
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