TUPAREHUIA - Waione
Located in stunning Tuparehuia (Bland Bay), a cherished site for the Ngatiwai people, this dive destination boasts diverse underwater landscapes, featuring rocky formations and boulders. The maximum depth reaches approximately 8 meters, providing a fascinating underwater experience.
Immerse yourself in the immediate vicinity teeming with marine life, such as kelp, kina (sea urchins), and koura (freshwater crayfish). You'll also encounter a variety of fish species, including snapper, red moki, pakiri, demoiselles, and more.
Enhance your diving adventure with excellent visibility of 11 meters and a maximum dive depth of 7 meters. Beginners will feel right at home in this dive spot, making it perfect for divers of all skill levels. Located in Tuparehuia, Whangarei District, Northland, New Zealand, this captivating underwater wonderland offers an incredible exploration opportunity.
Immerse yourself in the immediate vicinity teeming with marine life, such as kelp, kina (sea urchins), and koura (freshwater crayfish). You'll also encounter a variety of fish species, including snapper, red moki, pakiri, demoiselles, and more.
Enhance your diving adventure with excellent visibility of 11 meters and a maximum dive depth of 7 meters. Beginners will feel right at home in this dive spot, making it perfect for divers of all skill levels. Located in Tuparehuia, Whangarei District, Northland, New Zealand, this captivating underwater wonderland offers an incredible exploration opportunity.
Diving Conditions Score for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
Depth
7m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
Wave Height
0.44m
Wind Speed
7.1 m/s
Water Temp
17.9°C
Visibility
46.68km
Cloud Cover
4%
Wave Period
8.9s
Air Temperature
8.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
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Dive Score Chart for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 8.504813051146385/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.4m, Wind 3.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.749949438202248/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at TUPAREHUIA - Waione: 06:00
Sunset at TUPAREHUIA - Waione: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at TUPAREHUIA - Waione 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
14:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.4m (9.45s), Wind: 3.5 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 6.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for TUPAREHUIA - WaioneAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at TUPAREHUIA - Waione
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 TUPAREHUIA - Waione
Summer
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
July
Score: 8.0
June
Score: 7.8
August
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
Water Temp
18.2°C / 64.8°F
February
Visibility
13.3m / 43.6ft
December
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for TUPAREHUIA - Waione
TUPAREHUIA - Waione follows southern hemisphere patterns with February being the warmest month (18.2°C) and September the coldest (11.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.2m 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). May is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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: 27 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
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