Agnay Sanctuary
Why dive here
With 176+ marine species recorded in the area - including giant moray eels, sea turtles, sperm whales, lionfish and pufferfish - Agnay Sanctuary offers some of Apo Reef's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Agnay Sanctuary, within Apo Reef, offers a relaxed drift over a sloping coral reef. It’s a good spot for spotting reef sharks cruising deeper, and we often see schools of jacks circling closer to the surface. Visibility here can vary, but generally holds up well. It's an easy dive, suitable for those looking to explore a classic Philippine reef without strong currents.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Agnay Sanctuary
Agnay Sanctuary Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Agnay Sanctuary, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
29.59°C
85°F
Current Speed
5 cm/s
Direction: NE (53.1°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.051 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
32.91 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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