Troppos, Norman Reef
Located at the most Northern point of Norman Reef, Troppos is a hidden gem for divers. This dive site caters to divers of all levels, making it beginner-friendly with its shallow sandy lagoon, perfect for exploration. For advanced divers seeking depth, Troppos offers a stunning reef wall with a gradual slope towards a sandy bottom.
Being situated at the tip of Norman Reef grants Troppos the privilege of hosting a diverse array of marine life. Divers can expect to encounter magnificent creatures such as Green Sea Turtles, White Tip Reef Sharks, Schooling Bump Head Parrot Fish, and Garden Eels.
With visibility reaching 15 meters and a maximum depth of 15 meters, Troppos ensures a captivating underwater experience for all levels of divers. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site has something extraordinary to offer.
Troppos is conveniently located near Down under cruise & dive, making it easily accessible for divers. So, gear up and get ready to explore the wonders of Troppos, one of the finest dive sites in the region.
Being situated at the tip of Norman Reef grants Troppos the privilege of hosting a diverse array of marine life. Divers can expect to encounter magnificent creatures such as Green Sea Turtles, White Tip Reef Sharks, Schooling Bump Head Parrot Fish, and Garden Eels.
With visibility reaching 15 meters and a maximum depth of 15 meters, Troppos ensures a captivating underwater experience for all levels of divers. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site has something extraordinary to offer.
Troppos is conveniently located near Down under cruise & dive, making it easily accessible for divers. So, gear up and get ready to explore the wonders of Troppos, one of the finest dive sites in the region.
Diving Conditions Score for Troppos, Norman Reef
6.4
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Troppos, Norman Reef
Depth
15m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Troppos, Norman Reef
Wave Height
1.54m
Wind Speed
40.5 m/s
Water Temp
23.5°C
Visibility
5km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
6.35s
Air Temperature
24°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Troppos, Norman Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Troppos, Norman Reef
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 6.262033333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.52m, Wind 39.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 5.838533333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Troppos, Norman Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Troppos, Norman Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Troppos, Norman 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
16:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.52m (6.35s), Wind: 39.7 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.42m, Wind: 37.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Troppos, Norman ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Troppos, Norman 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 Troppos, Norman Reef
Summer
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Troppos, Norman Reef
May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Troppos, Norman Reef
Water Temp
21.6°C / 70.9°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Troppos, Norman Reef
Troppos, Norman Reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.6°C) and December the coldest (17.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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: 4 hr. ago - Jul 8, 2026
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