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West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

Located on the western side of Island 7 within the stunning Similan Islands of Thailand, this dive site offers a captivating topographic experience. The focal point of the dive is a trio of impressive rocks, surrounded by coral slopes on both sides. Dive enthusiasts will be enthralled by the presence of soft corals, including sea fans and sea hawks, flourishing along the walls and extending into the deep areas near the rocky coastline. Moreover, this vibrant ecosystem is also home to hard corals like the Hanaya rhinoceros, as well as an array of fascinating marine creatures.

When exploring the deeper sections of the dive site, divers can observe mesmerizing ribbon eels, McCawker's flasher wrasse, and monohana shako. In addition, macro organisms like the giant red coral crabs and dwarf gobies can be spotted amidst the Hanaya rhinoceros coral.

With excellent visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Situated near Deep Six in Phang-nga Province, Thailand, it offers proximity to other exciting dive locations. Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this breathtaking dive site on Island 7 in the Similan Islands.

Diving Conditions Score for West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

6.7
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

Depth

23m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

Wave Height

0.86m

Wind Speed

15.5 m/s

Water Temp

29.9°C

Visibility

4.18km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

7.4s

Air Temperature

27.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for West of Eden
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Dive Score Chart for West of Eden

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.024929479768787/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 14.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.365481927710842/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at West of Eden: 06:00
Sunset at West of Eden: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at West of Eden 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.

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Best Overall
13:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.66m (8.65s), Wind: 14.5 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.68m, Wind: 6.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

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 West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

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 West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

August

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

10.8m / 35.4ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand

West of Eden, Koh Similan in Thailand shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.1°C) and December the coldest (23.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.6m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.2mm 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 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.

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