Skimin’s Reef
Protected Area
Hanauma Bay State
Why dive here
Skimin’s Reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 25-28°C, warmest August, September, October.
Skimin’s Reef offers a straightforward intermediate dive down to 21 meters. We usually find a good mix of Hawaiian reef fish here, particularly butterflyfish and parrotfish cruising over the reef structure. It’s a solid choice if you're looking for a relaxed second dive or a site with consistent visibility, often around 20 meters. Ideal for divers comfortable with moderate depths.
Typical Skimin’s Reef Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Reef Pirates Hawaii
Island Divers
Breeze Hawaii Diving Adventures
Aaron's Dive Shop
Waikiki Dive Center
Green Dolphin Dive Shop
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Skimin’s Reef
Skimin’s Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Skimin’s Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (20.73, -156.95) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 26.7–28.4°C
Current Speed
11.31 cm/s
Direction: NW (315°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.035 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
35.58 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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