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Diving in Komodo in January

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January is a good month to dive in Komodo. Conditions are reliable, with comfortable water temperatures and solid marine life action.

Season rating
Good season
Water temperature
26–29°C
Conditions in
January

What you might see

Manta rays Schooling fishMonsoonStrong currentsLow season

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Frequently asked questions

Is January a good month to dive in Komodo?

January in Komodo is rated as good season. Water temperatures are around 26–29°C and conditions are usually suitable for liveaboard trips.

What can you see diving in Komodo in January?

In January, divers in Komodo typically encounter the marine life highlighted on this page, with seasonal aggregations depending on currents, plankton blooms and breeding cycles.

Should I book a Komodo liveaboard for January or wait?

If you want this month's specific marine life and conditions, book early — peak departures fill up months ahead. If you are flexible, compare December and February which often share similar conditions.

Find a liveaboard for January

Compare available Komodo liveaboards departing in January.

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Best time to dive · January

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