Baros Faru
Baros Faru is a magnificent dive spot located at the southern end of the lagoon in Baros, Maldives. This picturesque reef showcases a thriving hard coral ecosystem, creating a captivating underwater landscape. As you explore the depths, you'll be mesmerized as the reef seamlessly transitions into an endless coral garden around 25 meters deep.
Besides the stunning display of coral life, Baros Faru is home to an array of fascinating marine creatures. Expect encounters with whitetip reef sharks, turtles, and an abundance of Nemos (clownfish). Lionfish and a variety of other fish species also grace these waters.
With excellent visibility of up to 20 meters, divers can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of Baros Faru. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site offers an unforgettable experience with its maximum depth of 12 meters. Located in the Kaafu region of the Maldives, Baros Faru is conveniently accessible for exploration.
Explore the wonders of Baros Faru and indulge in a remarkable diving adventure in the Maldives.
Besides the stunning display of coral life, Baros Faru is home to an array of fascinating marine creatures. Expect encounters with whitetip reef sharks, turtles, and an abundance of Nemos (clownfish). Lionfish and a variety of other fish species also grace these waters.
With excellent visibility of up to 20 meters, divers can fully immerse themselves in the beauty of Baros Faru. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site offers an unforgettable experience with its maximum depth of 12 meters. Located in the Kaafu region of the Maldives, Baros Faru is conveniently accessible for exploration.
Explore the wonders of Baros Faru and indulge in a remarkable diving adventure in the Maldives.
Diving Conditions Score for Baros Faru
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Baros Faru
Depth
12m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Baros Faru
Wave Height
0.96m
Wind Speed
14.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.3°C
Visibility
3.3km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
7.35s
Air Temperature
27.2°C
Precipitation
0.7 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Baros Faru
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Dive Score Chart for Baros Faru
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.463115468409587/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 12.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.06559748427673/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Baros Faru : 06:00
Sunset at Baros Faru : 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Baros Faru 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
17:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.88m (7.65s), Wind: 12.3 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 12.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Baros Faru Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Baros Faru
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 Baros Faru
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 Baros Faru
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Baros Faru
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
March
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Baros Faru
Baros Faru shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.1°C) and December the coldest (22.8°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). 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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