Wattabomi
This dive site in Tanzania, located near Kigomane, offers a very easy and beginner-friendly experience for divers. The site consists of several shallow pinnacles formed by a variety of hard corals, along with soft corals and anemones. As you explore these formations, you'll discover a coral drop off that reaches a maximum depth of 25 meters. The visibility at this site is around 18 meters, allowing for clear underwater views.
One of the highlights of this dive site is the chance to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Moray eels, including the rare Dragon moray, can often be spotted, with at least four different species present. Other fascinating creatures such as stonefish, lionfish, and triggerfish are also easily observable.
Experience the wonders of this underwater paradise and enjoy a memorable diving adventure at this site in Zanzibar North, Tanzania.
One of the highlights of this dive site is the chance to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Moray eels, including the rare Dragon moray, can often be spotted, with at least four different species present. Other fascinating creatures such as stonefish, lionfish, and triggerfish are also easily observable.
Experience the wonders of this underwater paradise and enjoy a memorable diving adventure at this site in Zanzibar North, Tanzania.
Diving Conditions Score for Wattabomi
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Wattabomi
Depth
18m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Wattabomi
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
13 m/s
Water Temp
27.1°C
Visibility
34.32km
Cloud Cover
5%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
23.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Wattabomi
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Dive Score Chart for Wattabomi
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.558933333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 19.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.000366666666666/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Wattabomi: 06:00
Sunset at Wattabomi: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Wattabomi 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
6:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.98m (5.65s), Wind: 19.6 m/s
Safest Overall
7:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.96m (5.65s), Wind: 20 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 13 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for WattabomiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Wattabomi
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 Wattabomi
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Wattabomi
June
Score: 9.6
May
Score: 9.5
July
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Wattabomi
Water Temp
26.1°C / 79.0°F
May
Visibility
11.8m / 38.7ft
October
Wave Height
1.5m / 4.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Wattabomi
Wattabomi follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.1°C) and October the coldest (22.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.5m 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). February is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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 22, 2026
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