Simon’s Reef
Notably, this remarkable dive site also boasts fascinating sand bar formations reminiscent of undulating desert dunes. Your exploration culminates at a pinnacle adorned with an abundance of captivating marine life.
Situated in the pristine waters of Indonesia, specifically Lombok Utara, West Nusa Tenggara, this dive site offers a maximum depth of 27m for experienced divers. With a visibility of 21m, this underwater paradise presents a truly extraordinary experience.
Indulge in the wonders of this Indonesian marvel, perfect for avid divers seeking an unforgettable adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Simon’s Reef
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Simon’s Reef
Depth
27m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Simon’s Reef
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
4.2 m/s
Water Temp
29°C
Visibility
2.28km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
11.65s
Air Temperature
22.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Simon’s Reef
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 9.049556639566395/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 0.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.900055319148937/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Simon’s Reef 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.62m (12.3s), Wind: 0.8 m/s
Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.58m, Wind: 3.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Simon’s ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Simon’s Reef
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 Simon’s Reef
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Simon’s Reef
Ideal Conditions for Simon’s Reef
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
May
Visibility
13.8m / 45.3ft
July
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Simon’s Reef
Simon’s Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.9°C) and January the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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