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    Monkey Beach dive site
    muck
    5-20m
    Anilao, Philippines

    Monkey Beach

    Best months: Oct–Feb

    Why dive here

    With 87+ marine species recorded in the area - including clownfish, lionfish and pufferfish - Monkey Beach offers some of Anilao's richest muck diving. Water ranges 27-31°C, warmest May, June, July.

    Best timeOct–Feb
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeClownfish, Lionfish and Pufferfish · 87+ species recorded
    Water27-31°C · warmest May, June, July
    CharacterMuck dive · max 5-20m

    Monkey Beach in Anilao is a reliable shore dive, perfect for warming up or for divers who prefer taking their time. You'll find a sandy slope dotted with coral bommies, home to pipefish, nudibranchs, and occasional juvenile reef sharks. It’s a good spot for macro enthusiasts and photographers looking for unhurried exploration, especially if you get there before the crowds from the dive resorts.

    Typical Monkey Beach Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today05:4717:4011h 54m daylightGolden hour 17:12

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Monkey Beach

    Monkey Beach Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Monkey Beach, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (13.6, 120.95) (3km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    85°F · Range: 28.8–30.6°C

    Current Speed

    11.66 cm/s

    Direction: NE (59°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.055 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    31.9 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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