Sand Way
Welcome to one of Japan's renowned macro dive sites, located in Uruma, Okinawa Prefecture. Resembling the iconic Mt. Fuji, this site offers a fascinating underwater world with a depth range of 4m to 20m at the peak. With excellent water visibility of 10-20m, divers can explore the diverse marine life thriving in these waters.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the stunning array of marine creatures that call this site home. From mesmerizing Jaw Fish and captivating Ribbon Eels (juveniles) to an impressive variety of Anemone Fish species and the enigmatic Cuttle Fish, the underwater landscape here is teeming with life. Keep an eye out for the graceful Lion Fish, as well as schools of vibrant Batfish, adding an extra touch of allure to your diving experience.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site caters to all levels of expertise. With a maximum depth of 17m, it provides an ideal opportunity for divers to explore and appreciate the underwater beauty. So, don your gear and embark on an unforgettable adventure beneath the crystal-clear waters of this captivating dive site in Japan.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the stunning array of marine creatures that call this site home. From mesmerizing Jaw Fish and captivating Ribbon Eels (juveniles) to an impressive variety of Anemone Fish species and the enigmatic Cuttle Fish, the underwater landscape here is teeming with life. Keep an eye out for the graceful Lion Fish, as well as schools of vibrant Batfish, adding an extra touch of allure to your diving experience.
Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site caters to all levels of expertise. With a maximum depth of 17m, it provides an ideal opportunity for divers to explore and appreciate the underwater beauty. So, don your gear and embark on an unforgettable adventure beneath the crystal-clear waters of this captivating dive site in Japan.
Diving Conditions Score for Sand Way
8.4
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sand Way
Depth
17m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Sand Way
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
4.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.2°C
Visibility
32.26km
Cloud Cover
2%
Wave Period
11.1s
Air Temperature
27.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sand Way
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Dive Score Chart for Sand Way
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.531474596182084/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 14.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.960215503875968/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sand Way: 06:00
Sunset at Sand Way: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sand Way 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
1:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.76m (10.75s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Safest Overall
8:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.84m (11.35s), Wind: 14.7 m/s
Best Day
8:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 14.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sand WayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sand Way
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 Sand Way
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sand Way
January
Score: 8.5
November
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Sand Way
Water Temp
26.5°C / 79.7°F
June
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
August
Wave Height
2.4m / 7.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sand Way
Sand Way shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (28.5°C) and January the coldest (15.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 7, 2026
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