USS Kanawa (Wreck)
Discover the captivating USS Kanawa dive site in the Solomon Islands. This 476-foot-long Fleet Oiler and Freighter sank on 7th April 1943 during an encounter with Japanese aircraft. Resting upright on a sandy seafloor, this impressive wreck offers a remarkable diving experience. The Bow can be explored at a depth of 40m, while the stern awaits at 55m.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the thriving marine life surrounding the USS Kanawa. Dive alongside impressive schools of batfish, trevally, and jacks, creating a truly awe-inspiring underwater spectacle.
Experience the thrill of exploring this intact and upright wreck, adorned with large caliber guns at both the bow and stern, alongside antiaircraft guns mid-ships. This extraordinary site presents an excellent opportunity for advanced and expert divers seeking an unforgettable technical dive.
With a maximum depth of 51m and visibility reaching up to 12m, the USS Kanawa dive offers optimum conditions for divers to fully immerse themselves in this fascinating piece of history. Located near Tulagi in the Central Province of the Solomon Islands, this remarkable site is perfect for divers seeking adventure and exploration.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the thriving marine life surrounding the USS Kanawa. Dive alongside impressive schools of batfish, trevally, and jacks, creating a truly awe-inspiring underwater spectacle.
Experience the thrill of exploring this intact and upright wreck, adorned with large caliber guns at both the bow and stern, alongside antiaircraft guns mid-ships. This extraordinary site presents an excellent opportunity for advanced and expert divers seeking an unforgettable technical dive.
With a maximum depth of 51m and visibility reaching up to 12m, the USS Kanawa dive offers optimum conditions for divers to fully immerse themselves in this fascinating piece of history. Located near Tulagi in the Central Province of the Solomon Islands, this remarkable site is perfect for divers seeking adventure and exploration.
Diving Conditions Score for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
Depth
51m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.86m
Wind Speed
23.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
21.46km
Cloud Cover
46%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
27.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.59/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 20.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.046733333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at USS Kanawa (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at USS Kanawa (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at USS Kanawa (Wreck) 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
15:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.78m (4.05s), Wind: 20.4 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 21.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for USS Kanawa (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at USS Kanawa (Wreck)
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 USS Kanawa (Wreck)
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
July
Score: 10.0
May
Score: 9.8
June
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
October
Wave Height
0.9m / 3.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for USS Kanawa (Wreck)
USS Kanawa (Wreck) follows southern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.1°C) and December the coldest (23.1°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). July 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 - Jun 18, 2026
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