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Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Tanote Bay, located on the enchanting east coast of Koh Tao in Thailand, is a captivating dive site that offers a breathtaking underwater experience. With its pristine reef stretching from the shore and encompassing the entire bay, divers are treated to a diverse and awe-inspiring underwater landscape.

The edge of the reef, situated at a depth ranging from 8 to 15 meters, serves as a gateway to a truly remarkable marine world. In addition to the mesmerizing Katamaran Wreck at 18 meters, Tanote Bay boasts an array of artificial reef structures and enchanting small caverns, offering divers an extraordinary adventure.

Among the various dive sites on the island, Tanote Bay stands out as one of the most diverse and vibrant. Delight in the sight of a vast expanse of soft corals, alongside an impressive assortment of hard corals, mesmerizing anemones, graceful sea turtles, and graceful stingrays.

With visibility reaching up to 12 meters and a maximum depth of 14 meters, Tanote Bay is an excellent choice for divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced enthusiasts. Whether you are embarking on your first underwater venture or seeking a more challenging exploration, this captivating dive site will leave you in awe.

Located in close proximity to exciting activities such as cliff jumping and the renowned Songserm Road in Baan Mae Haad, Surat Thani Province, 84369, Thailand, Tanote Bay offers not only a captivating diving experience but also a range of thrilling adventures for the adventurous soul.

Prepare to be enchanted by the wonders that lie beneath the surface of Tanote Bay. Immerse yourself in the rich marine biodiversity and embark on an unforgettable diving expedition in this vibrant underwater haven.

Diving Conditions Score for Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

7.8
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Depth

14m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Wave Height

0.1m

Wind Speed

12.4 m/s

Water Temp

30.9°C

Visibility

24.78km

Cloud Cover

21%

Wave Period

2.25s

Air Temperature

29.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Tanote Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Tanote Bay

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.211570212765958/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.14m, Wind 9.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.666480952380953/10.

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

Sunrise at Tanote Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Tanote Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Tanote Bay 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
13:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.14m (2.35s), Wind: 9.2 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.12m, Wind: 11.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

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 Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

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 Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

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

Ideal Conditions for Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.5m / 37.7ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand

Tanote Bay, Koh Tao in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.4°C) and December the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March 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 0.2mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, 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 19, 2026

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