5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
5 Palms is an enchanting drift dive site that caters to divers of all skill levels. The reef starts at a depth of 5m and gradually descends to 8m. Positioned around 22/25m, there is a sandy plateau where magnificent large fish occasionally appear.
Notable marine species in the area include napoleons, whitetip reef sharks, sweetlips, perch, green turtles, and stingrays. Additionally, if you visit at the right time, you may even catch a glimpse of captivating manta rays and mobulas.
Enhance your underwater experience at this diver-friendly location, suitable for both beginners and advanced divers. The maximum depth is 17m, offering ample opportunity to explore. With commendable visibility of 16m, 5 Palms is an ideal dive spot located in Thulusdhoo, Kaafu, 08040, Maldives.
Notable marine species in the area include napoleons, whitetip reef sharks, sweetlips, perch, green turtles, and stingrays. Additionally, if you visit at the right time, you may even catch a glimpse of captivating manta rays and mobulas.
Enhance your underwater experience at this diver-friendly location, suitable for both beginners and advanced divers. The maximum depth is 17m, offering ample opportunity to explore. With commendable visibility of 16m, 5 Palms is an ideal dive spot located in Thulusdhoo, Kaafu, 08040, Maldives.
Diving Conditions Score for 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Depth
17m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Wave Height
0.78m
Wind Speed
16.2 m/s
Water Temp
29.2°C
Visibility
26.32km
Cloud Cover
10%
Wave Period
9.15s
Air Temperature
26.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
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Dive Score Chart for 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.865273015873016/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.82m, Wind 13.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.445514364640884/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo: 06:00
Sunset at 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo 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.
Best Overall
16:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.82m (8.4s), Wind: 13.8 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.78m (9.15s), Wind: 12.3 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.78m, Wind: 18.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for 5 Palms, ThulusdhooAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
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 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
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 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
11.2m / 36.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for 5 Palms, Thulusdhoo
5 Palms, Thulusdhoo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.0°C) and December the coldest (22.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.8m 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 0.0mm 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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