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Dhonakulhi Kandu

A stunning dive site located in the channel between Dhonakulhi Island and its lagoon, with a shallow top reef that gradually slopes down to a sandy bottom at 18-25m. This site is teeming with a diverse range of marine life, surrounded by vibrant hard and soft corals. With a visibility of 24m, you'll have breathtaking views of the underwater paradise.

Both beginner and advanced divers will find joy in exploring this site, as it offers a range of depths from 6 to 21m. The dive starts in shallow waters, allowing for easy navigation along the coral blocks and rock formations, which serve as cleaning stations for various species. During the summer season, this spot becomes one of our favorite manta points, providing an opportunity to encounter these majestic creatures up close.

The marine life here is abundant, with schooling jacks, snappers, fusiliers, mobula rays, eagle rays, sting rays, and occasional mantas gracing the scene. Additionally, you'll find an array of reef-dwelling species, ranging from sharks to mantis shrimp and nudi's.

Located just a short distance away from Samsara in Haa Alif, Maldives, this dive site offers a convenient and unforgettable underwater experience. Whether you're a novice or an experienced diver, this channel location promises an incredible adventure. Book your dive today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Maldives' underwater world.

Diving Conditions Score for Dhonakulhi Kandu

6.3
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 Dhonakulhi Kandu

Depth

21m

Visibility

24m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Dhonakulhi Kandu

Wave Height

1.38m

Wind Speed

26.5 m/s

Water Temp

29.3°C

Visibility

18.88km

Cloud Cover

96%

Wave Period

7.35s

Air Temperature

29.1°C

Precipitation

0.2 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dhonakulhi Kandu
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Dive Score Chart for Dhonakulhi Kandu

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.642033333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.38m, Wind 21.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.1536/10.

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

Sunrise at Dhonakulhi Kandu: 06:00
Sunset at Dhonakulhi Kandu: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Dhonakulhi Kandu 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: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.38m (7.7s), Wind: 21.7 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.36m, Wind: 22.6 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Dhonakulhi Kandu
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dhonakulhi Kandu

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 Dhonakulhi Kandu

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 Dhonakulhi Kandu

January
Score: 9.7
February
Score: 9.7
March
Score: 9.7

Ideal Conditions for Dhonakulhi Kandu

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.2m / 43.3ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Dhonakulhi Kandu

Dhonakulhi Kandu shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (27.8°C) and December the coldest (23.1°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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