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Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

This dive site in Padang, Indonesia is renowned for its snorkeling and open water diver training. Starting at a depth of 5 meters, divers will encounter a sandy and rubble area which transitions into a gentle slope where an array of marine life can be found dwelling on the ocean floor.

Divers can expect to spot various captivating species including the magnificent spotted stingray, the vibrant blue ribbon eel, the majestic hawksbill turtle, the elusive moray eel, the colorful nudibranchs, the striking cowbox fish, and occasionally, baby whitetip reef sharks.

Ideal for beginners, this site features a sandy floor with shallow artificial reefs, making it a perfect training ground for novice divers. With minimal currents present, it is widely recognized as one of the top choices for open water diver courses. As you venture slightly deeper, you will also discover an intentionally placed shipwreck that serves as a shelter for a fascinating variety of fish. Accessible by a traditional boat from the beach, Tanjung Jepun can be reached in just 10 minutes.

With a visibility of 14 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, this dive site near Padangbai, Bali, Indonesia is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Explore the wonders of the underwater world at this remarkable location.

Diving Conditions Score for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

7.2
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

Depth

18m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

Wave Height

1.06m

Wind Speed

13.1 m/s

Water Temp

28°C

Visibility

2.28km

Cloud Cover

27%

Wave Period

9.85s

Air Temperature

26.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali
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Dive Score Chart for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 7.035635532994923/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.08m, Wind 7.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 6.529058156028368/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali: 06:00
Sunset at Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali 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.

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Best Overall
14:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.08m (9.85s), Wind: 7.3 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.1m, Wind: 8.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

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 Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

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 Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.3m / 43.6ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

November

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali

Tanjung Jepun, Padang Bai, Bali follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.0°C) and December the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 0.8m 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). May is usually the driest month with 1.2mm 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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