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Ugan

Welcome to the stunning dive site in Kerama, Japan. Explore the dynamic terrain that perfectly encapsulates the beauty of this location. Dive into the crystal-clear waters surrounding the northeastern region of Zamami Island to witness the magnificent rocky formations and breathtaking drop-offs. With depths reaching up to 35 meters, this dive site offers an exciting adventure for advanced and expert divers.

Immerse yourself in the blue waters teeming with an abundance of marine life. Encounter enchanting butterflyfish, agile tuna, majestic whitetip reef sharks, and majestic yellowtail tunas. Delve into the depths to observe macroscopic organisms like Ribbon eels, pygmy seahorses, vibrant blue tangs, dazzling furisode shrimps, and intriguing spiny crabs.

Be cautious while exploring the strong and occasionally turbulent currents both below and above. However, the effort is rewarded with the enchanting allure of the rocky terrain and the myriad of fish species. Take hold of the roots of the rocky tide and patiently wait for an up-close encounter with magnificent creatures such as bluefin tuna and bigeye trevally.

Located in the Shimajiri region of Okinawa Prefecture, this dive site near Zamami offers a visibility of up to 25 meters and reaches a maximum depth of 19 meters. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable diving experience in this captivating underwater world.

Diving Conditions Score for Ugan

7.6
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Ugan

Depth

19m

Visibility

25m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Ugan

Wave Height

1.3m

Wind Speed

20.7 m/s

Water Temp

26.7°C

Visibility

27.76km

Cloud Cover

1%

Wave Period

9s

Air Temperature

27.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ugan
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Dive Score Chart for Ugan

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.3657/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 5.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.236735009310987/10.

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

Sunrise at Ugan: 06:00
Sunset at Ugan: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Ugan 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
8:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.94m (9.4s), Wind: 5.5 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 3.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Ugan
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ugan

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 Ugan

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 Ugan

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Ugan

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.6°C / 72.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Ugan

Ugan shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.6°C) and December the coldest (18.6°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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