Son-ok point
Locally recognized as iho-tiki, fishermen have been fortunate to spot whale sharks here since the 1950s. While encountering these graceful creatures at Sunok cannot be guaranteed, the likelihood is significantly high. In fact, most awe-inspiring whale shark photographs associated with Southern Leyte were likely captured at Sunok, which has been designated as a Marine Protected Area for a considerable period. The dive site welcomes divers with a terraced wall starting at 20 meters, gradually plunging deeper as it extends southward. Rainbow runners dominate the vicinity, accompanied by schools of jacks and fusiliers.
With a maximum depth of 22 meters and limited visibility, Sunok Point at Pintuyan is recommended for advanced divers seeking an exhilarating underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Son-ok point
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Son-ok point
Depth
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Son-ok point
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Son-ok point
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Son-ok 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.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Son-ok pointAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Son-ok point
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 Son-ok point
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Son-ok point
Ideal Conditions for Son-ok point
Water Temp
21.0°C / 69.8°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Son-ok point
Son-ok point shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.0°C) and December the coldest (17.0°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026