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Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

Shark Point, located in Phuket, Thailand, is a sought-after dive site for divers of all levels. This popular spot features four pinnacles, with the first one breaking the surface in a small area while the others are submerged. Every pinnacle is adorned with vibrant anemone, soft corals, and hard corals, creating a captivating underwater landscape. Divers can enjoy an exhilarating drift dive along this remarkable site. Leopard sharks are frequently spotted here, which lends the site its name.

While exploring Shark Point, divers may also have the opportunity to encounter schools of barracudas and yellow snappers. Don't forget to thoroughly inspect all pinnacles for fascinating macro life such as nudibranchs, crabs, and shrimp.

This picturesque dive site showcases a remarkable array of marine life, including colorful sea hawks and large sea fans. Its reputation for offering excellent chances to see leopard sharks makes it a favorite among divers. With a maximum depth of 19 meters and visibility reaching up to 11 meters, Shark Point provides an optimal underwater experience for beginners and more experienced divers alike.

Location: Phang-nga Province, Thailand.

Diving Conditions Score for Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

8
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

Depth

19m

Visibility

11m

Experience Level

beginner

Weather Conditions for Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

Wave Height

0.7m

Wind Speed

6.2 m/s

Water Temp

30.1°C

Visibility

28.14km

Cloud Cover

55%

Wave Period

5.15s

Air Temperature

28.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Shark Point
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Dive Score Chart for Shark Point

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 8.54281779935275/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 3.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 8.481633333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Shark Point: 06:00
Sunset at Shark Point: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Shark Point 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
11:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.7m (5.15s), Wind: 3.7 m/s

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Safest Overall
10:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.68m (5.3s), Wind: 3.5 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.68m, Wind: 2.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

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 Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

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 Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

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

Ideal Conditions for Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.8°C / 69.4°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand

Shark Point, Krabi in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.8°C) and December the coldest (16.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 11, 2026

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