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Best places to dive in January

4 trip bases match. Ranked for a beginner diver.

Typical values are 1991–2020 averages and our site seasons.

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#1

Palau

PalauDay boat or liveaboardHigh confidence: 7 sites, every factor sourced
  • Strength: January is in season here
  • Strength: Water 28–29°C in January
  • Trade-off: Rain on most days
Good all year
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#2

Sipadan and Mabul

MalaysiaDay boat onlyMedium confidence: 3 sites on Divetip so far
  • Strength: Calm seas on almost every day
  • Strength: Water 27–28°C in January
  • Strength: 2 of 3 sites suit a beginner diver
  • Trade-off: January is outside the main season (best April to December)
Best April to December
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#3

Koh Tao

ThailandDay boat onlyMedium confidence: 3 sites on Divetip so far
  • Strength: Calm seas on almost every day
  • Strength: Water 27–28°C in January
  • Trade-off: January is outside the main season (best March to September)
Best March to September
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#4

Malta and Gozo

MaltaShore or day boatMedium confidence: 4 sites on Divetip so far
  • Trade-off: January is outside the main season (best May to October)
Best May to October
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