Wailea
Located in the beautiful United States, this dive site offers a fantastic opportunity for beginners to experience the underwater realm. With calm waters and excellent visibility of 15m, this spot is perfect for intro dives. The site features multiple fingered shallow reefs, with depths averaging around 12m. For those seeking a more adventurous experience, venturing further out to the outer reef allows you to dive to depths of 40 feet and beyond.
Divers exploring this site will be thrilled by the diverse range of reef fish that inhabit these waters. Keep an eye out for the occasional sighting of graceful Hawaiian Green Sea turtles and the hidden eels among the vibrant reef.
For a memorable diving excursion, consider visiting this dive site conveniently located near Grand Wailea, Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea Ekolu Village, Wailea, Maui County, Hawaii. Whether you are a beginner looking to take the plunge or a seasoned diver seeking new underwater adventures, this spot has something to offer for everyone. Plan your dive today and embark on an unforgettable journey into the mesmerizing depths of the ocean.
Divers exploring this site will be thrilled by the diverse range of reef fish that inhabit these waters. Keep an eye out for the occasional sighting of graceful Hawaiian Green Sea turtles and the hidden eels among the vibrant reef.
For a memorable diving excursion, consider visiting this dive site conveniently located near Grand Wailea, Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea Ekolu Village, Wailea, Maui County, Hawaii. Whether you are a beginner looking to take the plunge or a seasoned diver seeking new underwater adventures, this spot has something to offer for everyone. Plan your dive today and embark on an unforgettable journey into the mesmerizing depths of the ocean.
Diving Conditions Score for Wailea
8.4
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Wailea
Depth
12m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Wailea
Wave Height
0.86m
Wind Speed
4.5 m/s
Water Temp
27°C
Visibility
47.88km
Cloud Cover
3%
Wave Period
12.85s
Air Temperature
22.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Wailea
Alpha
Dive Score Chart for Wailea
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 9.433755555555555/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 2.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.071402614379085/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Wailea: 06:00
Sunset at Wailea: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Wailea 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: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.86m (12.9s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Safest Overall
11:00Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.88m (12.7s), Wind: 1.4 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 22 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for WaileaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Wailea
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 Wailea
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Wailea
January
Score: 9.8
February
Score: 9.6
December
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Wailea
Water Temp
24.5°C / 76.1°F
July
Visibility
16.1m / 52.8ft
January
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Wailea
Wailea shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.5°C) and January the coldest (18.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026
Note: This dive site is not a verified dive site. Please dive with caution. This dive site might have incorrect information by the community.
11 Dive sites near Wailea in
Got feedback?
Help us improve this dive site by giving us feedback.