Komodo — Best time to dive

Diving in Komodo in May

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May is one of the best months for liveaboard diving in Komodo. Conditions are at their peak with great visibility, calm seas and prime marine life encounters.

Season rating
Peak season
Water temperature
2428°C
Conditions in
May

What you might see

Manta rays Schooling fishCalm seaDry season

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Frequently asked questions

Is May a good month to dive in Komodo?

May in Komodo is rated as peak season. Water temperatures are around 24–28°C and conditions are usually suitable for liveaboard trips.

What can you see diving in Komodo in May?

In May, 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 May 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 April and June which often share similar conditions.

Find a liveaboard for May

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