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1000 Rocks

Located within the marine nature reserve, 1000 Rocks offers a spectacular diving experience for both beginners and experts. Situated north of the Faru, this dive site presents a sandy plateau adorned with magnificent coral formations, ranging from 5 to 15 meters. As you venture deeper, from 18 meters onwards, you'll be mesmerized by the breathtaking sight of large, beautifully decorated caverns adorned with various types of soft corals.

Ideal conditions await macro enthusiasts at 1000 Rocks. Among the coral blocks, you'll encounter a vibrant ecosystem consisting of rock cod, shrimp, and moray eels. In the open water, prepare to be enthralled by the magnificent sight of large shoals of mackerel and fusiliers.

Featuring a maximum depth of 27 meters and astounding visibility of 29 meters, 1000 Rocks promises a captivating exploration in the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives. Whether you're a novice or an experienced diver, this dive site is suitable for divers of all levels. Conveniently located near Muli, Meemu, 11050, Maldives, make sure to add 1000 Rocks to your list of must-visit dive sites in the Maldives.

Diving Conditions Score for 1000 Rocks

7.6
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for 1000 Rocks

Depth

27m

Visibility

29m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for 1000 Rocks

Wave Height

0.7m

Wind Speed

9.4 m/s

Water Temp

29.7°C

Visibility

5.02km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

7.25s

Air Temperature

27.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for 1000 Rocks
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Dive Score Chart for 1000 Rocks

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.470551876379691/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 7.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.846185964912281/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at 1000 Rocks: 06:00
Sunset at 1000 Rocks: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at 1000 Rocks are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
16:00

Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.66m (7.55s), Wind: 7.9 m/s

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Safest Overall
11:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.68m (7.45s), Wind: 6.6 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 9.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for 1000 Rocks
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at 1000 Rocks

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for 1000 Rocks

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for 1000 Rocks

January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6

Ideal Conditions for 1000 Rocks

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.8m / 38.7ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for 1000 Rocks

1000 Rocks shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.4°C) and December the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in March with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). January is usually the driest month with 0.1mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during March to May, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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