Ujung Nunukan
Diving here will reveal a plethora of captivating marine life. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of majestic gray reef sharks, mesmerizing whitetip reef sharks, graceful large stingrays, enchanting pipefish, and graceful turtles. As you explore the wall, you'll also encounter intricate whip corals, while the nearby wreck is home to intriguing moray eels and elusive scorpion fish.
With a visibility of up to 16 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, this dive site provides an ideal underwater adventure for divers of all levels. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned explorer, this remarkable location promises an unforgettable dive experience.
(Site description: Southwest off Nunukan Islands and Pandoga Point)
Diving Conditions Score for Ujung Nunukan
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ujung Nunukan
Depth
26m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ujung Nunukan
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
7.9 m/s
Water Temp
30.1°C
Visibility
6.78km
Cloud Cover
87%
Wave Period
7.9s
Air Temperature
27.1°C
Precipitation
0.8 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ujung Nunukan
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.573695473251028/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.020184265010352/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ujung Nunukan 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: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.1m (8.1s), Wind: 3.3 m/s
Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 4.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ujung NunukanAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ujung Nunukan
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 Ujung Nunukan
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ujung Nunukan
Ideal Conditions for Ujung Nunukan
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
April
Visibility
8.7m / 28.5ft
August
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ujung Nunukan
Ujung Nunukan shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.7m 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). August is usually the driest month with 5.0mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026