Northeast Pass

Chuuk, Faichuk Islands, Federated States Of Micronesia, Micronesia

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Conditions & tides

Satellite view of Northeast Pass

Northeast PassFaichuk Islands

Fair · 4/5

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conditions visualisation

Fair4/5

Some chop right now — best window today 7 AM–5 PM.

Wind12 kn SW

Current~0.3 kn E · model

Swell

0.4 m · 8s · NNE

Water

29 °C

Conditions through the day

6 AM6 PM

Calmest current near slack — 07:15 PM & 08:15 AM local

Sunrise 05:40 AM · Sunset 05:47 PM local

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On-face swell 0.7 m — the component of the swell aimed at this site’s exposed face. Current is a regional model value (Copernicus, ~9 km grid) — a guide to the area, not a precise reef measurement. Imagery © Esri · not depth or visibility.

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Marine forecast via Copernicus Marine. Score is a rule-based guide from swell/wind vs. the site's exposure — always dive your own assessment.

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About this site

Northeast Pass offers thrilling drift dives along steep walls and vibrant reefs in Chuuk's clear Pacific waters. Strong currents attract pelagics like sharks, barracuda, and tuna, while the coral-covered slopes host colorful reef fish. The dramatic topography features overhangs and swim-throughs, with visibility often exceeding 30 meters. Ideal for advanced divers, this site delivers adrenaline-pumping action and rich marine biodiversity.

Marine life here

Confirmed by our research team, reported by independent divers, or observed nearby via iNaturalist — each entry is labelled with its source.

Masked RabbitfishSiganus puellusReported here · unconfirmed
Bleeker's ParrotfishChlorurus bleekeriReported here · unconfirmed
Yellow-barred ParrotfishScarus dimidiatusReported here · unconfirmed
Lined BristletoothCtenochaetus striatusReported here · unconfirmed
Violetline ParrotfishScarus globicepsReported here · unconfirmed
FoxfaceSiganus vulpinusReported here · unconfirmed
Steephead ParrotfishChlorurus microrhinosReported here · unconfirmed
Darkcap ParrotfishScarus ovicepsReported here · unconfirmed
Indian Bullethead ParrotfishChlorurus sordidusReported here · unconfirmed
Peacock DamselPomacentrus pavoObserved near here · iNaturalist
Blacktip Reef SharkCarcharhinus melanopterusObserved near here · iNaturalist
Masked BannerfishHeniochus monocerosObserved near here · iNaturalist
Grey Reef SharkCarcharhinus amblyrhynchosObserved near here · iNaturalist

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