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    Oslob Whale Shark dive site
    reef
    13m
    Beginner
    Dumaguete, Philippines
    Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental

    Oslob Whale Shark

    Best months: Jan–Mar

    Protected Area

    Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental

    Why dive here

    With 496+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, bull sharks and octopuses - Oslob Whale Shark offers some of Dumaguete's richest reef diving. Water ranges 28-30°C, warmest June, July, October.

    Best timeJan–Mar
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBarracuda, Blacktip Reef Sharks, Blue-Spotted Stingrays, Bull Sharks and Octopuses · 496+ species recorded
    Water28-30°C · warmest June, July, October
    CharacterReef dive · max 13m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    Oslob is where you go to see whale sharks, guaranteed. These gentle giants gather daily, hand-fed by local fishermen, making it easy for divers to get up close in the shallow water. Expect crowds, both above and below the surface, but if seeing a whale shark is your priority and you’re short on time, this delivers. It’s a straightforward dive, perfect for beginners wanting to tick off a bucket list encounter.

    Typical Oslob Whale Shark Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m13m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    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 Oslob Whale Shark

    Oslob Whale Shark Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Oslob Whale Shark, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (9.23, 123.47) (3km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29–31.3°C

    Air Temperature

    27°C

    81°F

    Wind Speed

    4.36 m/s

    8.5 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1009.6 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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