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West Side Story (Mele 2)

Discover the vibrant and thriving reef of Port Vila, Vanuatu - a true paradise for divers. This remarkable dive site showcases an abundance of beautiful coral areas, alive with a diverse array of colorful reef fish. The reef gently slopes to depths of 30+ meters, but for the ultimate diving experience, it is recommended to explore within the optimal range of 15-25 meters.

In 2022, this dive site boasts exceptionally healthy corals, with stretches of staghorn corals that seem to extend endlessly. With outstanding visibility of up to 17 meters, divers can fully immerse themselves in the awe-inspiring underwater scenery. The maximum depth of the site reaches 22 meters, catering to divers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced.

Located near Mele in the Shefa Province of Vanuatu, this dive site offers convenient accessibility for those eager to explore the enchanting wonders of the underwater world. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this remarkable dive spot, where you can witness the thriving marine life and captivating coral formations.

Start your underwater adventure with Dive Champ and experience the magnificence of Port Vila's healthiest reef.

Diving Conditions Score for West Side Story (Mele 2)

7.2
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for West Side Story (Mele 2)

Depth

22m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for West Side Story (Mele 2)

Wave Height

1.42m

Wind Speed

18.8 m/s

Water Temp

26.8°C

Visibility

11.96km

Cloud Cover

58%

Wave Period

6.7s

Air Temperature

24.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for West Side Story (Mele 2)
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Dive Score Chart for West Side Story (Mele 2)

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 6.9647/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.36m, Wind 16.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 6.5652333333333335/10.

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

Sunrise at West Side Story (Mele 2): 06:00
Sunset at West Side Story (Mele 2): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at West Side Story (Mele 2) 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: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.36m (7.15s), Wind: 16.9 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.36m, Wind: 14.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for West Side Story (Mele 2)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at West Side Story (Mele 2)

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 Side Story (Mele 2)

Summer

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.

Best Months for West Side Story (Mele 2)

May
Score: 10.0
June
Score: 10.0
July
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for West Side Story (Mele 2)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

21.8°C / 71.2°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for West Side Story (Mele 2)

West Side Story (Mele 2) follows southern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (21.8°C) and December the coldest (17.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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