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Fish Head

Fish Head Thila, located in the beautiful waters of the Maldives, offers an exhilarating dive experience. Formerly renowned for its large population of majestic grey reef sharks, spotting these magnificent creatures now depends on factors such as luck, season, and the current. Descending quickly is recommended as the reef plate begins at around 10 meters depth, accompanied by the potential presence of currents.

This captivating dive site not only promises encounters with grey reef sharks but also teems with an abundance of marine life. Prepare to be mesmerized by the sight of vibrant schools of Fusiliers, blue striped snappers, moray eels, tunas, jacks, as well as whitetip sharks. The strength of the current directly contributes to the multitude of fish present, making for a truly awe-inspiring underwater spectacle.

With a visibility of up to 18 meters, Fish Head Thila allows divers to fully appreciate the vibrant ecosystem beneath the surface. The maximum depth of the site reaches 25 meters, providing ample opportunities for exploration and discovery. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this captivating dive site caters to divers of all proficiency levels.

Located in the Alif Alif Atoll, Fish Head Thila offers an unforgettable diving experience in the Maldives. Immerse yourself in the beauty of this underwater paradise and witness the captivating wonders that await beneath the waves.

Diving Conditions Score for Fish Head

7.5
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Fish Head

Depth

25m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Fish Head

Wave Height

0.9m

Wind Speed

24.3 m/s

Water Temp

29.6°C

Visibility

41.18km

Cloud Cover

96%

Wave Period

6.45s

Air Temperature

27.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Fish Head
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Dive Score Chart for Fish Head

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.867413908872901/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 18.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.467132151300236/10.

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

Sunrise at Fish Head: 06:00
Sunset at Fish Head: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Fish Head 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: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.8m (6.95s), Wind: 18.4 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 19 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Fish Head
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Fish Head

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 Fish Head

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 Fish Head

March
Score: 9.7
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6

Ideal Conditions for Fish Head

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.3m / 40.4ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Fish Head

Fish Head shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.2°C) and December the coldest (22.8°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). March 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 18, 2026

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