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Dongmas Giri

Dongmas Giri is a small round reef located in the middle of Kaafu atoll in the majestic Maldives. This dive site offers an extraordinary underwater experience for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. The south side of Dongmas Giri features a captivating drop-off ranging from 1 to 12 meters, adorned with clusters of compact coral bomies that serve as a sanctuary for a multitude of glass fish. Diving with a torch is highly recommended here, allowing you to discover the hidden beauty of this site.

The west side of Dongmas Giri presents marvelous overhangs that add an enchanting element to your underwater exploration. As you venture deeper, you will encounter an array of fascinating marine life. Keep your eyes peeled for sightings of turtles, octopus, nudibranchs, big groupers, and pipe fish on the south side. The diverse marine ecosystem also includes the presence of striking black corals and schools of vibrant yellow back fusiliers.

With a remarkable visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 20 meters, Dongmas Giri offers an ideal setting for divers to immerse themselves in the captivating underwater landscapes of the Maldives. So come and experience the wonders of Dongmas Giri, a truly breathtaking dive site that promises an unforgettable adventure beneath the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives.

Diving Conditions Score for Dongmas Giri

7
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Dongmas Giri

Depth

20m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Dongmas Giri

Wave Height

0.84m

Wind Speed

19.7 m/s

Water Temp

29.5°C

Visibility

47.86km

Cloud Cover

94%

Wave Period

6.35s

Air Temperature

28.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dongmas Giri
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Dive Score Chart for Dongmas Giri

Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.515611779448621/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 19.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.012469135802469/10.

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

Sunrise at Dongmas Giri: 06:00
Sunset at Dongmas Giri: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Dongmas Giri 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
15:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.78m (6.65s), Wind: 19.1 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 20 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Dongmas Giri
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dongmas Giri

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 Dongmas Giri

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 Dongmas Giri

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

Ideal Conditions for Dongmas Giri

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.4m / 37.4ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Dongmas Giri

Dongmas Giri 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 1.8m 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). February 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 17, 2026

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