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Grouper Cave

Located to the west of Medhufushi in the Maldives, this dive site is a small Giri that offers a captivating underwater experience. The sandy plateau, ranging from 10 to 14 meters, is adorned with vibrant coral formations, creating a visually stunning scene. Further down, between depths of 15 to 33 meters, you'll encounter grand overhangs teeming with delightful soft corals. This protected Giri is ideal for divers of all levels, from beginners to experts, making it accessible to a diverse range of underwater enthusiasts.

One of the highlights of this site is the diverse array of perch species that call this area home. Keep a keen eye out for these fascinating marine creatures as you explore the depths. Additionally, the sandy bottom of the caverns often reveals the graceful presence of stingrays.

For optimal diving conditions, be prepared for a visibility of approximately 10 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the underwater beauty. The maximum depth reaches 12 meters, providing a comfortable and enjoyable experience for divers of varying expertise.

To reach this captivating dive site, head to Muli, Meemu, 11050, Maldives, as it lies nearby. Immerse yourself in the wonders that this Giri has to offer and create unforgettable memories as you explore the vibrant coral formations and encounter an abundance of marine life.

Diving Conditions Score for Grouper Cave

7.5
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Grouper Cave

Depth

12m

Visibility

10m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Grouper Cave

Wave Height

1.04m

Wind Speed

18.4 m/s

Water Temp

29.8°C

Visibility

46.2km

Cloud Cover

88%

Wave Period

9.3s

Air Temperature

28°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Grouper Cave
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Dive Score Chart for Grouper Cave

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.671239784946236/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.08m, Wind 20.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.155191489361703/10.

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

Sunrise at Grouper Cave: 06:00
Sunset at Grouper Cave: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Grouper Cave 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 1.08m (9.3s), Wind: 20.2 m/s

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Safest Overall
17:00

Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1.06m (9.3s), Wind: 18.3 m/s

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Best Night
3:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.1m, Wind: 16.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Grouper Cave
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Grouper Cave

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 Grouper Cave

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 Grouper Cave

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

Ideal Conditions for Grouper Cave

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.8m / 38.7ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Grouper Cave

Grouper Cave shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.4°C) and December the coldest (23.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.7m 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 0.1mm 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 - Jul 9, 2026

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