Diving Season Palau is a year-round diving destination and liveaboard safaris operate here every month of the year. Water temperatures are very stable throughout the year with most months averaging between 29 and 30°C. Only in February and March is it likely to dip below that range and even then only to 28°C, so wetsuits are optional. Air temperatures are usually in the 20s (70 to 85F). Unusually for a destination with nutrient-rich water and current, the visibility if often magnificent. During July to September it can drop to 15-20m, but otherwise it is often in excess of 40m. The visibility drops a little at this time due to heavier rains and stronger winds. General wisdom is that although it is always a good time to dive Palau, the very best conditions exist between November and May. Despite its relative proximity to the Philippines, typhoons do not commonly strike Palau as it lies just beyond the main typhoon path. However, June to December is typhoon season and there are occasional storms and high winds that reach the islands of Palau. Typhoons (and their fringe effects) are least likely from February to April. Several sought-after creatures are present in Palau all year long including blacktip reef sharks, eagle rays, hammerhead sharks, dolphins, whitetips and oceanic whitetips. Other creatures are a little more seasonal, although they too can be spotted at any time. Sightings of whale sharks and manta rays are more likely from January to April. Green and hawksbill turtles can be seen year round but most frequently during the April to July period.
Posted on: Fri, 25 Jul 2014 04:34:54 +0000
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