Gemanafushi Blue
This dive site in the Maldives, located in Gaafu Alif, is ideal for expert divers seeking an exhilarating experience in the blue water. With excellent visibility of up to 25m and a maximum depth of 30m, this spot offers a thrilling adventure for those comfortable relying solely on their dive instruments and buddy.
Discover the mesmerizing underwater world, inhabited by majestic hammerhead sharks and silky sharks. While nature's unpredictability means there are no guarantees, this dive site presents a promising opportunity to witness these captivating creatures.
Please note, this blue water dive site is not suitable for the faint-hearted. Prior preparation is essential, and all divers must carry a surface marker buoy for safety purposes. On fortunate days, you may be rewarded with the awe-inspiring sight of schooling hammerhead sharks, along with potential encounters with silky sharks.
Explore the depths of this remarkable dive site, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable underwater adventure in the Maldives.
Discover the mesmerizing underwater world, inhabited by majestic hammerhead sharks and silky sharks. While nature's unpredictability means there are no guarantees, this dive site presents a promising opportunity to witness these captivating creatures.
Please note, this blue water dive site is not suitable for the faint-hearted. Prior preparation is essential, and all divers must carry a surface marker buoy for safety purposes. On fortunate days, you may be rewarded with the awe-inspiring sight of schooling hammerhead sharks, along with potential encounters with silky sharks.
Explore the depths of this remarkable dive site, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable underwater adventure in the Maldives.
Diving Conditions Score for Gemanafushi Blue
7.1
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Gemanafushi Blue
Depth
30m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
expert
Weather Conditions for Gemanafushi Blue
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
11.2 m/s
Water Temp
29.5°C
Visibility
18.1km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
8.45s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Gemanafushi Blue
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Dive Score Chart for Gemanafushi Blue
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.188848148148146/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 8.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.663833333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Gemanafushi Blue: 06:00
Sunset at Gemanafushi Blue: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Gemanafushi Blue 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
16:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.7m (9s), Wind: 8.7 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 6.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Gemanafushi BlueAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Gemanafushi Blue
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 Gemanafushi Blue
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 Gemanafushi Blue
February
Score: 9.7
January
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Gemanafushi Blue
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
June
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Gemanafushi Blue
Gemanafushi Blue shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.6°C) and December the coldest (23.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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 April to June, 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 20, 2026
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