Diving Micronesia
There are many islands that make up Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) and diving is one of the greatest adventures on any of the islands. Enjoy drift diving, shallow and deep wreck diving and a greater variety of colorful sea life. Marine biologists have discovered more species in Micronesia than in any other part of the planet. Micronesian dive destinations such as Bikini, Guam, Kosrae, Pohnpei, Saipan, Tinian & Rota, and Ulithi are some of the greatest anywhere. Many WWII Pacific Campaign battles were fought throughout Micronesia. Well-preserved wrecks are artificial reefs over half a century old and overgrown with great variety of sealife. Micronesia islands are truly world-class diving.
Best time to dive
The best conditions are from January through May.
Visibility
Visibility averages 100 to 150 feet.
Water temperatures
Water temperature averages 82 to 86 °F.
Weather and climate
FSM enjoys a tropical climate, with relatively even, warm temperatures throughout the year. The climate averages 80 °F year round, with highs in the high 80s and lows in the high 70s. Rainfall is heaviest during the summer months. Trade winds come mainly from the northeast from December through June.
Language
English and some Japanese
Passport/Visa requirements
U.S. citizens may enter any FSM state with a U.S. passport or proof of U.S. citizenship (birth certificate). Non U.S. citizens must have a valid passport from their country of origin.
Currency
U.S. Dollar – Get exchange rates at http://www.xe.com/ucc/
Electrical current
Standard 110 volt and U.S. type outlets are used.
Capital
Each island in Micronesia has its own capital city.
General information
The Federated States of Micronesia is the collective name given for two thousand tropical islands scattered over more than three million square miles of the Pacific Ocean. The islands lie North of the Equator in the Western Pacific. The distance from one end of Micronesia to the other is 2,040 nautical miles. Micronesia is not a single country. It is a loose collection of different countries that all once formed part of the U.S. Trust Territory of Micronesia.
The eight island groups that form Micronesia are Guam, the Republic of Palau (Belau), the Marianas, Ponhpei, Yap, Truk (Chuuk), the Marshalls, and Kosrae — each unique group with its own culture, language, history and tropical attractions. These islands and atolls are the result of volcanic activity that took place millions of years ago. Many of these islands are the summits of huge underwater mountains or the rims of sunken volcano craters peaking over the water surface to surround tropical lagoons. Not only are Micronesia’s island spread out over a great distance but each island group also has it’s own culture and character where their traditional lifestyles still prosper to varying degrees.
Map
Get a map of Micronesia from WorldAtlas.com.