Yala Rock
Protected Area
Rumassala SAN
Why dive here
With 91+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue whales, giant moray eels, humpback whales, orcas and sea turtles - Yala Rock offers some of Hikkaduwa & South Coast's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest March, April, May.
Yala Rock sits just off Hikkaduwa, a straightforward rocky outcrop that makes for an easy dive. It’s a good spot if you’re looking for a relaxed experience, usually with little current. You’ll find plenty of smaller reef fish darting amongst the boulders. Think moray eels tucked into crevices and parrotfish grazing the algae. We often suggest it for those wanting a chilled out afternoon dive.
Typical Yala Rock 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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Weligama Bay Diving Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Yala Rock
Yala Rock Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Yala Rock, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (6.45, 79.98) (12km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
84°F · Range: 27.7–30°C
Air Temperature
26°C
79°F
Wind Speed
5.07 m/s
9.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1010.1 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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