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Black Coral

Black Coral is a captivating dive site located in the Maldives, specifically in Kaafu. This underwater treasure showcases a remarkable long wall that extends along a large circular-shaped reef. As you descend from an inviting starting point of 4 meters, the depth reaches approximately 25 meters, revealing a sandy bottom that beckons exploration.

This reef boasts an expansive size, offering a plethora of diverse areas to discover. Scattered along the wall, you'll encounter various overhangs that create an awe-inspiring sight. Additionally, an exciting swim-through feature adds an extra level of adventure to your dive.

Prepare to encounter a vibrant array of marine life at Black Coral. From the mesmerizing long-nosed hawkfish to the elusive ghost pipefish, this dive spot is teeming with fascinating creatures. Keep an eye out for puffer, box, trigger, and angelfish as they navigate the reef in search of sustenance.

Impressively, Black Coral boasts remarkable visibility of up to 18 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the stunning underwater vistas. While the maximum depth measures around 21 meters, this site caters to divers of all skill levels, ranging from beginners to advanced and even expert divers.

With its prime location in the illustrious Maldives, Black Coral promises an unforgettable diving experience. So don your gear, immerse yourself in the crystal-clear waters, and prepare to witness the captivating spectacle that this enchanting dive site has to offer.

Diving Conditions Score for Black Coral

6.8
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Black Coral

Depth

21m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Black Coral

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

24.1 m/s

Water Temp

29.7°C

Visibility

43.06km

Cloud Cover

51%

Wave Period

7.55s

Air Temperature

28.5°C

Precipitation

0.7 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Black Coral
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Dive Score Chart for Black Coral

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.303333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.02m, Wind 23.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.846997792494482/10.

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

Sunrise at Black Coral: 06:00
Sunset at Black Coral: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Black Coral 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: 7.3/10
Waves: 1.02m (7.5s), Wind: 23.4 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 24.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Black Coral
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Black Coral

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 Black Coral

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 Black Coral

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

Ideal Conditions for Black Coral

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.8m / 38.7ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Black Coral

Black Coral 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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