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    White Rock Koh Tao dive site
    pinnacle
    17m
    Beginner
    Gulf of Thailand, Thailand
    Suratthani Environmental Protected Area

    White Rock Koh Tao

    Best months: Dec–Jan

    Protected Area

    Suratthani Environmental Protected Area

    Why dive here

    With 158+ marine species recorded in the area - including blacktip reef sharks, blue-spotted stingrays, mobula rays (devil rays), whale sharks and pufferfish - White Rock Koh Tao offers some of Gulf of Thailand's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest April, May, June.

    Best timeDec–Jan
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeBlacktip Reef Sharks, Blue-Spotted Stingrays, Mobula Rays (Devil Rays), Whale Sharks and Pufferfish · 158+ species recorded
    Water28-31°C · warmest April, May, June
    CharacterPinnacle dive · max 17m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    White Rock is a good choice for those starting their diving journey around Koh Tao. It’s a rocky reef, mostly around 17 meters deep, making it easy to manage for beginners or for anyone wanting a relaxed, longer dive. We often spot blue-spotted rays resting in the sand here, and plenty of anemonefish darting amongst their homes. The site can get a bit busy during peak season, but if you time it right, maybe an early morning dive, you’ll find it’s a pleasant spot for a couple of tanks.

    Typical White Rock Koh Tao Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m17m 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 White Rock Koh Tao

    White Rock Koh Tao Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for White Rock Koh Tao, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (10.15, 99.7) (6km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    30°C

    86°F · Range: 29.1–31°C

    Air Temperature

    27°C

    81°F

    Wind Speed

    4.83 m/s

    9.4 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1009.7 hPa

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

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