Japan
Nakanoura
About this Dive Site
Description
Explore the captivating underwater landscape of Nakanoura, where a vibrant coral garden gracefully descends into a realm of intriguing swim-throughs and caves. This site teems with life, offering close encounters with shy octopuses, colorful nudibranchs, and a dazzling array of macro critters.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| 20°C | 19°C | 21°C | 23°C | 25°C | 27°C | 29°C | 30°C | 29°C | 27°C | 24°C | 22°C |
Peak Season
April, May, October, March, June, July, September, November
Jan
Winter macro life, nudibranchs, possibility of humpback whales
Feb
Continued whale sightings, diverse reef fish
Mar
Warming waters, increased fish activity, whale season winding down
Apr
Excellent visibility, abundant pelagics, good for macro
More monthly highlights
May
Manta ray season begins, turtles, vibrant coral
Jun
Peak manta ray season, good visibility, warmer waters
Jul
Warmest water, manta rays, plankton blooms can affect visibility
Aug
Very warm water, manta rays, potential for reduced visibility due to plankton
Sep
Manta rays still present, visibility improving
Oct
Excellent visibility, manta rays, turtles, good for macro
Nov
Manta rays, good visibility, cooler waters
Dec
Transition to cooler waters, macro life, potential for whales
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