Subic Bay, Philippines
    Sabang Marine Protected Area

    North of Sampolac Point

    Best months: Nov–Mar

    Protected Area

    Sabang Marine Protected Area

    Why dive here

    With 57+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks - North of Sampolac Point offers some of Subic Bay's richest diving. Water ranges 27-32°C, warmest May, June, July.

    Best timeNov–Mar
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks · 57+ species recorded
    Water27-32°C · warmest May, June, July

    The area north of Sampolac Point is a decent, straightforward dive for those exploring Subic Bay. You'll find a sloping reef here, mostly hard corals, with a good chance of seeing smaller reef fish darting between the bommies. It's a relaxed dive, good for new divers or those looking for an easy second tank after a wreck. Visibility can vary, but generally, it's a calm spot.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for North of Sampolac Point

    North of Sampolac Point Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for North of Sampolac Point, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (14.67, 120.67) (22km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 28.8–31.5°C

    Current Speed

    2.24 cm/s

    Direction: NW (296.6°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.071 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    31.3 PSU

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

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