Barefoot Thila
Located in the open ocean, this dive site near Hanimaadhoo Island in Haa Dhaalu, Maldives, offers a thrilling experience for advanced divers. The site features two separate thilas, with the first thila's highest point at around 14 metres and descending to its base at 30 metres. These rocky formations are adorned with vibrant soft corals, providing a picturesque backdrop for underwater exploration. Divers can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life, including eagle rays, tuna fish, sharks, and various species of reef fish. With a maximum depth of 24 metres and a visibility of approximately 20 metres, this dive spot is suitable for both beginner and advanced level divers. The presence of medium to strong currents necessitates a drift dive, ensuring an exhilarating underwater adventure. To fully appreciate the unique features of Barefoot Thila, it is recommended to bring a torchlight for exploring the captivating overhangs and capturing stunning photos and videos.
Diving Conditions Score for Barefoot Thila
6.3
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Barefoot Thila
Depth
24m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Barefoot Thila
Wave Height
0.98m
Wind Speed
19 m/s
Water Temp
29.1°C
Visibility
10.54km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
6.6s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
4.3 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Barefoot Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Barefoot Thila
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.0134343434343425/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 19 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 6.5508999999999995/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Barefoot Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Barefoot Thila: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Barefoot 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.
Best Overall
16:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.98m (6.6s), Wind: 19 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 22.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Barefoot ThilaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Barefoot 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 Barefoot Thila
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 Barefoot Thila
March
Score: 9.8
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Barefoot Thila
Water Temp
26.9°C / 80.4°F
July
Visibility
13.0m / 42.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Barefoot Thila
Barefoot Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.8°C) and December the coldest (23.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). March 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 22, 2026
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