Wainilu
Located in the central area of Komodo National Park, Wainilu is a popular dive site suitable for divers of all levels. This underwater haven features a sandy slope, making it ideal for muck diving enthusiasts who enjoy searching for unique critters. Some of the fascinating species you may encounter here include Ribbon eels, Frogfish, Dragonets, Blue ringed octopuses, Wunderpuses, Mimic octopuses, Zebra crabs, Coleman shrimps, Harlequin shrimps, Nudibranchs, Snake eels, Flying gurnards, and Ghost pipe seahorses. With a visibility of 11m and a maximum depth of 19m, Wainilu promises an unforgettable diving experience. Plan your dive trip to this incredible site in Indonesia, conveniently located near Kabupaten Manggarai Barat, East Nusa Tenggara. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, Wainilu has something to offer for everyone.
Diving Conditions Score for Wainilu
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 Wainilu
Depth
19m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Wainilu
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
13.1 m/s
Water Temp
28.8°C
Visibility
30.78km
Cloud Cover
40%
Wave Period
7.45s
Air Temperature
26.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Wainilu
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Dive Score Chart for Wainilu
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.640285185185185/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.52m, Wind 13.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 8.068084541062804/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Wainilu : 06:00
Sunset at Wainilu : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Wainilu 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
9:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.52m (7.2s), Wind: 13.5 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.52m, Wind: 14.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Wainilu Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Wainilu
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 Wainilu
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 Wainilu
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Wainilu
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
July
Visibility
13.3m / 43.6ft
April
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Wainilu
Wainilu follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.6°C) and January the coldest (23.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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 0.0mm 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 21, 2026
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