Block 1
Why dive here
Block 1 is a dive where divers can encounter sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Block 1, off Palawan, offers a straightforward dive. You'll generally find a mix of smaller reef fish and healthy hard coral formations. It's a decent spot for a relaxed second dive or for divers getting reacquainted with their buoyancy, as currents are typically mild here.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Block 1
Block 1 Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Block 1, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (11.2, 119.35) (0km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.9–30.7°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
6.69 m/s
13.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.9 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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