Thailand
Chumphon Pinnacle
About this Dive Site
Description
Chumphon Pinnacle, a crown jewel of Koh Tao, presents an exhilarating underwater landscape of dramatic granite spires, with the main pinnacle ascending from a impressive 35 meters. This renowned site is a magnet for pelagic life, offering encounters with swirling schools of barracuda, powerful trevallies, and fascinating batfish amidst the rocky formations.
Best Time to Dive
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Peak Season
January, February, September, October, November, December
Jan
Good visibility, calm seas, ideal for learning to dive.
Feb
Consistent conditions, good for spotting whale sharks.
Mar
Warmer water, visibility can decrease slightly due to plankton.
Apr
Hot season, good for macro life.
More monthly highlights
May
Start of monsoon season, occasional rain showers.
Jun
Rainy season, visibility can be reduced, but still diveable.
Jul
Rainy season, expect rain, but diving is possible.
Aug
End of monsoon season, visibility starts to improve.
Sep
Transition to dry season, visibility improving, good for spotting larger pelagics.
Oct
Good visibility, calm seas, whale shark sightings are common.
Nov
Peak season, excellent visibility, good for spotting whale sharks.
Dec
Good conditions, popular for holiday divers.
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