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Fana Thila

This dive site, located in the beautiful waters of Maldives near Kaafu, is a hidden gem for divers of all skill levels. With its small inside reef, divers can explore a world of enchanting underwater wonders. The west side of the site boasts a thrilling drop-off and numerous overhangs, providing an exhilarating adventure for those who dare to explore. For optimal visibility, it's recommended to bring a torch along.

What truly sets this dive site apart is its diverse marine life. The top reef is teeming with magnificent hard corals, making it a haven for coral enthusiasts. While diving here, you can expect to encounter fascinating creatures like octopuses, turtles, scorpionfish, and schools of fusiliers. These shimmering fish attract the attention of impressive predators such as blue fin trevallys and tunas, enhancing the thrill of your dive. Additionally, this site is home to an abundance of snappers, completing the vibrant underwater ecosystem.

With a maximum depth of 19m and a visibility of 18m, divers of all levels can enjoy this underwater paradise. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or expert, there is something for everyone to discover and appreciate at this remarkable dive site. So, gear up and get ready to explore the wonders beneath the surface at this sensational dive site in Maldives.

Diving Conditions Score for Fana Thila

7.4
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Fana Thila

Depth

19m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Fana Thila

Wave Height

0.66m

Wind Speed

12.3 m/s

Water Temp

29.5°C

Visibility

38.72km

Cloud Cover

97%

Wave Period

8.35s

Air Temperature

28.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Fana Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Fana Thila

Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.295653892215569/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 15.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.836027642276423/10.

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

Sunrise at Fana Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Fana Thila: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Fana 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
13:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.66m (8.35s), Wind: 15.2 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 8.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Fana Thila
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Fana 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 Fana Thila

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 Fana Thila

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

Ideal Conditions for Fana Thila

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 Fana Thila

Fana Thila 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 23, 2026

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