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Sauwandarek

Welcome to one of the top jetties to explore in the captivating Raja Ampat area. Prepare for an extended dive experience around the jetty, where you'll be enthralled by flourishing schools of fusiliers and stunning reefs.

Beneath the jetty, a fascinating discovery awaits - encounter three magnificent giant clams. Be prepared to encounter awe-inspiring large green turtles and an array of captivating macro life.

This dive adventure at the jetty is truly a remarkable experience that should be on every diver's "bucket list". The astounding diversity found in this area is unparalleled. The dive commences at the jetty, gradually descending to a maximum depth of 22 meters. En route, you'll be mesmerized by the beauty of soft and hard corals encircling metal manta ray structures, strategically placed years ago for coral conservation. For those enchanted by sea turtles, brace yourself for encounters with larger-than-average green sea turtles, along with giant clams and bustling schools of fusiliers and barracuda. Moreover, the site holds a wealth of macro life, pleasing divers with its incredible variety.

Located in the captivating country of Indonesia, specifically in Sawandarek, West Papua, this dive site offers visibility up to 18 meters. Suitable for divers of beginner level, it promises an unforgettable exploration beneath the water's surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Sauwandarek

8.6
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Sauwandarek

Depth

22m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Sauwandarek

Wave Height

0.28m

Wind Speed

10.2 m/s

Water Temp

29.5°C

Visibility

41.76km

Cloud Cover

96%

Wave Period

3.25s

Air Temperature

27.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sauwandarek
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Dive Score Chart for Sauwandarek

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.8873694915254235/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 16.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.639293236714976/10.

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

Sunrise at Sauwandarek: 06:00
Sunset at Sauwandarek: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Sauwandarek 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
12:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.32m (2.95s), Wind: 16.2 m/s

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Safest Overall
7:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.34m (2.95s), Wind: 8.5 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 11 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Sauwandarek
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sauwandarek

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 Sauwandarek

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 Sauwandarek

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Sauwandarek

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.8°C / 80.2°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

10.2m / 33.5ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Sauwandarek

Sauwandarek follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (23.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.7m 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). October is usually the driest month with 2.6mm 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 21, 2026

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