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CANDICE THILA

The Candice Thila is a stunning dive site located in the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives. Situated just 15 minutes north of Le Meridien Maldives, this small reef offers an unforgettable underwater experience for divers of all levels.

With a reef top at around 5 meters and a bottom depth reaching approximately 30 meters, the Candice Thila boasts exceptional visibility of up to 20 meters. This means divers can fully immerse themselves in the vibrant marine life that thrives within its coral-covered surroundings.

The reef is adorned with a diverse range of healthy hard corals, showcasing an array of vivid colors that will captivate underwater enthusiasts. As you explore, you'll encounter a delightful home for batfish and witness the enchantment of schooling fish in every direction.

Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, the Candice Thila promises a remarkable dive experience suited to all skill levels. Its close proximity to Lhaviyani, Maldives ensures easy access for divers looking to explore this breathtaking underwater treasure.

Discover the wonders of Candice Thila and dive into an unforgettable adventure in the Maldives.

Diving Conditions Score for CANDICE THILA

8
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for CANDICE THILA

Depth

26m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for CANDICE THILA

Wave Height

1.04m

Wind Speed

25.1 m/s

Water Temp

28.9°C

Visibility

22.6km

Cloud Cover

100%

Wave Period

8.3s

Air Temperature

27.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for CANDICE THILA
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Dive Score Chart for CANDICE THILA

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.860184254606366/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 20.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.453517587939699/10.

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

Sunrise at CANDICE THILA: 06:00
Sunset at CANDICE THILA: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at CANDICE 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
6:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.94m (9.95s), Wind: 20.3 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.94m, Wind: 17.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for CANDICE THILA
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at CANDICE 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 CANDICE THILA

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.4/10

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

Best Months for CANDICE THILA

January
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.5

Ideal Conditions for CANDICE THILA

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°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 CANDICE THILA

CANDICE THILA shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.0°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 27, 2026

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