Chapati
At a depth of 10 to 15 meters, an enchanting sandy plateau covered in a vibrant array of soft corals awaits exploration. The diverse shapes and sizes of these corals create a picturesque scene. As you venture further on the eastern side, between depths of 15 to 30 meters, a fascinating world of caverns and breathtaking overhangs opens up, beckoning divers to uncover its hidden treasures.
While diving at Thila, be prepared to encounter an array of marine life. Stingrays glide gracefully through the reef, while whitetip reef sharks showcasing their elegance. Macro enthusiasts will be delighted to discover glass fish, cleaner shrimp, nudibranchs, flatworms, sea stars, and sponges showcasing their vibrant colors. Each creature adds a unique touch to the underwater ecosystem, creating a truly remarkable diving experience.
With a maximum depth of 19 meters and an average visibility of 0 meters, Thila provides an ideal diving environment. Whether you are a novice looking to expand your underwater skills or an advanced diver seeking a new adventure, this dive site caters to all skill levels.
Plan your next diving expedition in Maldives and immerse yourself in the captivating wonders of Thila. You won't be disappointed.
Diving Conditions Score for Chapati
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Chapati
Depth
19m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Chapati
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Chapati
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Chapati 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.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for ChapatiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Chapati
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 Chapati
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Chapati
Ideal Conditions for Chapati
Water Temp
20.3°C / 68.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Chapati
Chapati shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.3°C) and December the coldest (16.3°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026