Thailand
Southwest Pinnacles
About this Dive Site
Description
Explore the intricate maze of Southwest Pinnacles, a captivating series of seven submerged rock formations off Koh Tao's southwestern coast. These pinnacles create a unique underwater topography, drawing in abundant marine life such as schooling yellowtail barracuda, impressive groupers, and the occasional elusive leopard shark.
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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