What does the DiveScore seasonal chart show?

Monthly diveScore data showing seasonal patterns and variations throughout the year for divers.

What are the main diving seasons for this location (Climate: tropical)?

The typical seasons are: Wet Season (Higher rainfall, potential reduced visibility). Wet-Dry Trans. (Transitional conditions). Dry Season (Low rainfall, clearer waters). Dry-Wet Trans. (Transitional conditions).

What is the typical range of DiveScore at this location?

The diveScore typically ranges from 7.6 to 9.8 throughout the year.

When are the best diving conditions based on DiveScore at this location?

Based on the data, the most favorable conditions for diveScore generally occur around May, Jun, Jul, Aug.

Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

The Tama Maru 8, a Japanese trawler converted into a Minesweeper for the Japanese Imperial Navy, rests at a depth of 65 - 74m in the tranquil waters of the Solomon Islands. Despite the limited remains of her superstructure, the intact hull and decks offer an enticing dive site for certified tech divers seeking a challenging and immersive experience.

This dive site boasts remarkable visibility, often revealing crystal-clear waters that aid divers in exploring this mesmerizing wreck. As you descend, expect to be accompanied by mesmerizing schools of Barracuda, creating a truly awe-inspiring underwater spectacle.

Discover the allure of this technical diving destination in the Solomon Islands, located near Pokilo, in the Central Province. Please note that diving at this site is exclusively suitable for advanced and expert divers due to its depth and complexity.

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Diving Conditions Score for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

Experience Level

advanced

expert

Weather Conditions for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

Wave Height

0.96m

Wind Speed

28.2 m/s

Water Temp

29.4°C

Visibility

45.62km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

4.35s

Air Temperature

28.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

Alpha

Best Overall

12:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.92m (4.35s), Wind: 29 m/s

Best Night

0:00

Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 0.78m, Wind: 35.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

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

Best Season for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

Summer

Avg. Score: 9.6/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

July

Score: 9.8

May

Score: 9.6

August

Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

Water Temp

26.7°C / 80.1°F

April

Visibility

11.8m / 38.7ft

May

Wave Height

1.5m / 4.9ft

December

Wave Period

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper)

Tama Maru (Japanese Minesweeper) follows southern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.9°C) and December the coldest (23.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 1.3mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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.

Scoring Legend:

9-10 (Excellent)

7-8 (Good)

5-6 (Average)

3-4 (Poor)

1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 29, 2026

Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.

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