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Aarah Kuda Thila

Discover a mesmerizing dive site in the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives, near Raa. This enchanting underwater wonderland boasts a vibrant small reef abundant with an array of colorful coral species. The reef's roof, positioned at a height of 6m, stretches approximately 20m in diameter. As you descend to a depth of 25m, the reef expands to approximately 50m.

Prepare to be captivated by the west side of the reef, which features a magnificent overhang adorned with delicate and mesmerizing soft corals. Explore further into the depths and encounter a fascinating gap housing majestic giant moray eels alongside their loyal companions, cleaner shrimp.

The diversity of marine life at this dive site is truly astounding. Keep your eyes peeled for magnificent encounters with giant moray eels, shrimp, Napoleon fish, groupers, various snails, scorpionfish, elusive stonefish, and, with a stroke of luck, graceful eagle rays. This underwater ecosystem promises a thriving and visually stunning experience for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.

With an impressive visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 25m, this dive site offers optimal conditions for immersive diving adventures. Embark on an unforgettable underwater journey at this dive site, where the wonders of the Maldives' underwater world unfold before your eyes.

Diving Conditions Score for Aarah Kuda Thila

7.4
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Aarah Kuda Thila

Depth

25m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Aarah Kuda Thila

Wave Height

1.02m

Wind Speed

10.3 m/s

Water Temp

29°C

Visibility

6.16km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

7.5s

Air Temperature

27.4°C

Precipitation

2.6 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Aarah Kuda Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Aarah Kuda Thila

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.446396396396397/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 22.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.056940350877193/10.

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

Sunrise at Aarah Kuda Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Aarah Kuda Thila: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Aarah Kuda Thila 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
17:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1.04m (7.4s), Wind: 22.3 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 14.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Aarah Kuda Thila
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Aarah Kuda Thila

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 Aarah Kuda Thila

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

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

Best Months for Aarah Kuda Thila

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Aarah Kuda Thila

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.5°C / 68.9°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Aarah Kuda Thila

Aarah Kuda Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.5°C) and December the coldest (16.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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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