Kehpara
Protected Area
And Atoll
Why dive here
With 313+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, giant moray eels, octopuses, sperm whales and whitetip reef sharks - Kehpara offers some of Pohnpei's richest diving. Water ranges 29-30°C, warmest September, October, November.
Kehpara offers a relaxed dive experience in Pohnpei. The site is known for its resident population of reef sharks, often spotted cruising the edges of the reef. We've also encountered schooling barracuda and smaller reef fish here. It’s a good choice for divers looking for a straightforward, easy dive with reliable shark sightings.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kehpara
Kehpara Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Kehpara, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (6.86, 158.11) (6km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
87°F · Range: 29.8–31.2°C
Air Temperature
27°C
80°F
Wind Speed
3.72 m/s
7.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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