Southwest Pinnacle

Sail Rock & Southwest Pinnacle · Thailand

Multi-peaked granite pinnacle rising from 30m sand to 5m, draped in anemones and black coral. Granite formations in circular pattern attract schools of fusiliers, snappers, and barracuda. Notable for giant groupers, stingrays in overhangs, and seasonal whale shark encounters. Strong currents common; visibility typically 15–30m.

Conditions

Depth

5 to 30 m

Open water and up

Current

Often strong

Can pick up on the edge

Visibility

15 to 25 m

Clearest in the calm season

Water

26 to 31°C

3mm shorty recommended

Month by month

Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Water (°C)	26	27	28	29	29	28	27	27	27	27	26	26
Vis (m)	10	15	20	20	15	12	15	15	10	5	5	8
Current	Gentle	Gentle	Gentle	Gentle	Moderate	Moderate	Strong	Strong	Strong	Moderate	Moderate	Gentle