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Sasavele Dump Site

The Munda Dive Site in the Western Solomon Islands offers an exciting underwater experience for both beginner and advanced divers. This renowned WWII dump site showcases the sunken remnants of a former US Navy base, including giant steel pontoons and various war machinery, all expertly scuttled at the end of the occupation. As you explore the sloping wall, which descends to a maximum depth of 18m, you'll encounter a fascinating array of live ordnance and historical relics.

History enthusiasts will be particularly enthralled by the rich wartime artifacts scattered throughout the site. It is worth noting that visibility can vary, reaching as low as 0m, adding an element of intrigue to your dive.

In addition to its historical significance, the Munda Dive Site is also teeming with marine life. Divers can expect encounters with macro critters like nudibranchs and cleaner shrimp. Keep an eye out for Nurse Sharks gliding gracefully through the water and passing Eagle Rays, adding to the thrill of your underwater adventure.

Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Munda, this dive site in the Solomon Islands promises an unforgettable and educational experience for divers of all levels.

Diving Conditions Score for Sasavele Dump Site

9
Excellent

Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Sasavele Dump Site

Depth

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Sasavele Dump Site

Wave Height

0.48m

Wind Speed

7.4 m/s

Water Temp

28.6°C

Visibility

36.24km

Cloud Cover

79%

Wave Period

6.2s

Air Temperature

25.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sasavele Dump Site
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Dive Score Chart for Sasavele Dump Site

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.47672222222222/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 3.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.671343010752688/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Sasavele Dump Site: 06:00
Sunset at Sasavele Dump Site: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Sasavele Dump Site 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.

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Best Overall
7:00

Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.52m (6s), Wind: 3.8 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 6.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Sasavele Dump Site
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sasavele Dump Site

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 Sasavele Dump Site

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.8/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Sasavele Dump Site

May
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 9.8

Ideal Conditions for Sasavele Dump Site

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

14.5m / 47.6ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Sasavele Dump Site

Sasavele Dump Site follows southern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.9°C) and December the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 0.8m 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). July is usually the driest month with 1.4mm 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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