IOT
Protected Area
崎山湾・網取湾
Why dive here
With 428+ marine species recorded in the area - including bull sharks, manta rays, mobula rays (devil rays), seahorses and sea turtles - IOT offers some of Ishigaki & Yaeyama's richest diving. Water ranges 23-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
IOT in Ishigaki is a solid choice for newer divers. The site drops to 18 metres, making it comfortable for those still building their confidence. We often see a good variety of reef fish here, along with some friendly anemonefish. It's a relaxed dive, good for getting back into things or simply enjoying a calm afternoon underwater.
Typical IOT Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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BLUE SEASON IRIOMOTE
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海講座
Blue Water
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MOANA Diving College ISHIGAKIJIMA
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for IOT
IOT Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for IOT, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (24.6, 124.35) (10km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
84°F · Range: 27–30.4°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Wind Speed
7.74 m/s
15.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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