Whitsum Reef
Why dive here
Whitsum Reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest May, June, July.
Whitsum Reef, sitting out in the South China Sea off Palawan, offers a decent coral dive. You'll find a good mix of hard and soft corals here, providing shelter for various reef fish. Visibility can be decent, usually around 15-20 meters on a good day, making it a reliable option for divers looking for a straightforward reef exploration. It's a solid choice if you're keen on seeing what a typical Palawan coral system has to offer without overly strong currents.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Whitsum Reef
Whitsum Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Whitsum Reef, 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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