Aow Suthep
Why dive here
With 164+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, eagle rays, giant moray eels, whale sharks and clownfish - Aow Suthep offers some of Mergui Archipelago's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, June.
Aow Suthep is a pretty sheltered spot in the Mergui Archipelago, ideal for newer divers or a relaxed second dive. You’re looking at a gentle slope down to 17m, mainly sandy patches and some scattered coral bommies. We usually find plenty of nudibranchs here, small reef fish, and sometimes a cuttlefish tucked away. It's a nice easy dive, good for getting your buoyancy dialled in.
Typical Aow Suthep 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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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Aow Suthep
Aow Suthep Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Aow Suthep, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
29.2°C
85°F
Current Speed
6.32 cm/s
Direction: E (71.6°)
Salinity
31.37 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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