Shetani / Three Turtles
This dive site is a captivating small wall that gently slopes from 5 meters to a maximum depth of 17 meters. It showcases an array of coral pinnacles, featuring both hard and soft coral formations, adorned by a vibrant assortment of small coral fish showcasing captivating shades of color. Dive enthusiasts can also encounter fascinating marine creatures such as blue spotted rays, ribbon eels, turtles, and puffer fish at this breathtaking location. With its visibility reaching up to 12 meters, this beginner and advanced diver-friendly site is located in Mkokotoni, Kaskazini A, Zanzibar North, Tanzania. Explore the wonders of underwater life at this stunning dive site in Tanzania.
Diving Conditions Score for Shetani / Three Turtles
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 Shetani / Three Turtles
Depth
17m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Shetani / Three Turtles
Wave Height
0.38m
Wind Speed
15.8 m/s
Water Temp
27.6°C
Visibility
30.98km
Cloud Cover
93%
Wave Period
4.95s
Air Temperature
25.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Shetani / Three Turtles
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Dive Score Chart for Shetani / Three Turtles
Best time to dive: 10:00 with score 8.490449462365593/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 16.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.059054545454545/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Shetani / Three Turtles: 06:00
Sunset at Shetani / Three Turtles: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Shetani / Three Turtles 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
10:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.42m (4.65s), Wind: 16.6 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.32m, Wind: 11.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Shetani / Three TurtlesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shetani / Three Turtles
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 Shetani / Three Turtles
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Shetani / Three Turtles
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Shetani / Three Turtles
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
March
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
December
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Shetani / Three Turtles
Shetani / Three Turtles follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (26.0°C) and October the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.4mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, 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 17, 2026
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