The Cathedral
Venture through the narrow passageway of the Cavern Dive Site to uncover the splendor of an expansive chamber. With a maximum depth of approximately 25 meters, this site offers an immersive experience for both beginner and advanced divers.
Discover a vibrant array of marine life, including various types of shrimp, nudibranchs, big eyes, and other fascinating fish species. This dive site is a treasure trove of underwater wonders, alongside the typical fish found in the waters of Vanuatu.
Situated near Pango Point Lighthouse on Elluk Road, Pango, Shefa Province, Vanuatu, this captivating dive site is easily accessible. Whether you are an adventurous beginner or an experienced diver, the Cavern Dive Site promises an unforgettable exploration of Vanuatu's aquatic realm.
Diving Conditions Score for The Cathedral
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Cathedral
Depth
22m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for The Cathedral
Wave Height
1.7m
Wind Speed
19.2 m/s
Water Temp
26°C
Visibility
46.42km
Cloud Cover
7%
Wave Period
8.75s
Air Temperature
23.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for The Cathedral
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 6.9274/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.6m, Wind 9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.335699999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at The Cathedral 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: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.6m (9.75s), Wind: 9 m/s
Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.58m, Wind: 12.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The CathedralAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Cathedral
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 The Cathedral
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for The Cathedral
Ideal Conditions for The Cathedral
Water Temp
25.2°C / 77.4°F
April
Visibility
12.9m / 42.3ft
December
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Cathedral
The Cathedral follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (25.2°C) and October the coldest (21.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.9m 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). August is usually the driest month with 1.0mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 8, 2026