Shimozone
The diving style at Shimosone is predominantly drift diving, allowing divers to effortlessly descend and ascend while exploring the depths of the open sea. With a maximum depth of 26m and impressive visibility of 24m, this site offers a clear and immersive underwater experience.
One of the highlights at Shimosone is the opportunity to witness awe-inspiring marine life. Admire the majestic school of extra-large blue marlin and glukun, as well as the presence of migratory fish like bluefin tuna and bluefin trevally. Delight in the sight of dynamic schools of big fish, including Spanish mackerel, humpback flounder, grey reef sharks, and grouper.
It's important to note that Shimosone presents a challenging environment due to its complex currents and absence of buoys or anchors. Therefore, this dive is best suited for experienced divers who possess the necessary skills to navigate these conditions safely.
Located in the Okinawa Prefecture, near Zamami in Shimajiri, Japan, Shimosone is a must-visit destination for divers seeking a thrilling and unforgettable underwater exploration. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the deep blue sea, where curtains of fish, such as bluefin tuna and hawk eels, gracefully dance amidst the depths.
Visit Shimosone in Japan and embark on an extraordinary dive adventure that will leave you in awe of nature's wonders.
Diving Conditions Score for Shimozone
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Shimozone
Depth
26m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Shimozone
Wave Height
2.04m
Wind Speed
20.3 m/s
Water Temp
27.8°C
Visibility
26.94km
Cloud Cover
1%
Wave Period
9.1s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Shimozone
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.1492/10. Water conditions: Waves 2.12m, Wind 23.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.9391/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Shimozone 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.
Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 2.12m (9.25s), Wind: 23.4 m/s
Score: 6.1/10
Waves: 2.04m (9.1s), Wind: 20.8 m/s
Score: 5.9/10
Waves: 1.84m, Wind: 21.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for ShimozoneAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shimozone
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 Shimozone
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Shimozone
Ideal Conditions for Shimozone
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
June
Visibility
11.7m / 38.4ft
August
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Shimozone
Shimozone shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (28.6°C) and January the coldest (15.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 2.7m 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). March is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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 23, 2026