Sunset Reef
Discover the captivating dive site located in Indonesia near Jalan Raya Trawangan, West Nusa Tenggara. With a maximum depth of 18m, this site offers a diverse experience suitable for divers at all levels - from beginners to experts. The visibility is an impressive 19m, allowing for clear underwater exploration.
Immerse yourself in a breathtaking underwater landscape featuring a sloping hard coral slope, ranging from 8m to 18m. As you venture deeper, sandy areas and scattered bommies await, providing intriguing opportunities to observe marine life.
Prepare to encounter the graceful white tip reef sharks roaming the sandy sections, while juveniles seek refuge beneath the protective bommies. Throughout the dive, witness a vibrant array of reef fish engaging in a cleansing ritual, adding to the fascinating spectacle.
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of this dive site and indulge in an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Immerse yourself in a breathtaking underwater landscape featuring a sloping hard coral slope, ranging from 8m to 18m. As you venture deeper, sandy areas and scattered bommies await, providing intriguing opportunities to observe marine life.
Prepare to encounter the graceful white tip reef sharks roaming the sandy sections, while juveniles seek refuge beneath the protective bommies. Throughout the dive, witness a vibrant array of reef fish engaging in a cleansing ritual, adding to the fascinating spectacle.
Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of this dive site and indulge in an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Sunset Reef
7.3
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sunset Reef
Depth
18m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Sunset Reef
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
7.7 m/s
Water Temp
28.4°C
Visibility
860m
Cloud Cover
9%
Wave Period
14.05s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sunset Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Sunset Reef
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.918791472868216/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 5.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.7515285714285715/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sunset Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Sunset Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sunset 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.
Best Overall
9:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.84m (12.9s), Wind: 5.9 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.9m, Wind: 2.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sunset ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sunset 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 Sunset Reef
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 Sunset Reef
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Sunset 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 Sunset Reef
Sunset 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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