Coralarium
The Coralarium by Jason Decaires Taylor is a sustainable art installation completed in 2018. Under the guidance of Resident Marine Biologist Samuel Dixon, numerous additional shelter and coral restoration projects have been carried out over the years, transforming it into a thriving reef. It is situated at a depth ranging from 2 to 6 meters, offering a new home for a variety of corals and fish species. This beautiful dive site is frequented by rare juvenile sweetlips, snappers, pipefishes, and even tiny frogfish. With a visibility of 9 meters and a maximum depth of 6 meters, divers of all levels - beginner, advanced, and expert - can explore this breathtaking underwater paradise. Located near Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi in Shaviyani, Maldives, this dive site promises an unforgettable experience for divers.
Diving Conditions Score for Coralarium
7.8
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Coralarium
Depth
6m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Coralarium
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
23.8 m/s
Water Temp
28.9°C
Visibility
17.76km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
7.5s
Air Temperature
27.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Coralarium
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Dive Score Chart for Coralarium
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.548947368421053/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 17.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.380736170212766/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Coralarium: 06:00
Sunset at Coralarium: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Coralarium 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
13:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.86m (7.6s), Wind: 17.9 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.9m, Wind: 18.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for CoralariumAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Coralarium
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 Coralarium
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Coralarium
January
Score: 9.7
March
Score: 9.7
February
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Coralarium
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
July
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
March
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Coralarium
Coralarium shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.9°C) and December the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.6m 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). January 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 18, 2026
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