Yokoshima 2 gōchi
As you approach the tip of the dive site, you'll encounter a gentle slope adorned with a vibrant carpet of soft corals. This underwater landscape gradually becomes shallower, leading you to a 5-meter safety stop where you can observe the playful kibibinago (sand eel) and other fascinating fish species. Upon completing the safety stop, navigate through the natural maze formed by the ridge and make your way back to the boat, cherishing the memories of your extraordinary dive.
During your exploration, be prepared to encounter a plethora of marine life. From porgy fish, snappers, and groupers to scorpionfish and schools of yellowtail, the abundance of underwater wonders is sure to leave you in awe. If luck favors you, you may even catch a glimpse of elusive sharks and rays. Keep a lookout among the odontocetes, as you might be fortunate enough to spot the elegant longnose hawkfish or perhaps even the intriguing frogfish.
With excellent visibility of 9m and a maximum depth of 20m, divers of all levels, whether beginners, advanced, or experts, can relish in the beauty and diversity of this dive site. Located in Ainan, Minami-Uwa County, Ehime Prefecture, Japan, this captivating underwater paradise awaits your discovery.
Diving Conditions Score for Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Depth
20m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Wave Height
0.54m
Wind Speed
16 m/s
Water Temp
23.8°C
Visibility
1.38km
Cloud Cover
66%
Wave Period
8.7s
Air Temperature
20.9°C
Precipitation
0.9 mm
Dive Score Chart for Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 6.789093248945148/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 36.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 6.041148362235068/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Yokoshima 2 gōchi 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.
Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 0.62m (7.9s), Wind: 36.1 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.56m (8.55s), Wind: 5.9 m/s
Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 0.54m, Wind: 17.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Yokoshima 2 gōchiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Yokoshima 2 gōchi
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 Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Ideal Conditions for Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
August
Visibility
13.4m / 44.0ft
November
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Yokoshima 2 gōchi
Yokoshima 2 gōchi shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (27.2°C) and February the coldest (3.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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 October to December, 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 23, 2026