Kottefaru Wall
Experience the thrill of a delightful drift dive as you marvel at the abundant marine life and captivating corals that accompany your journey along the wall. Descend a bit deeper, beyond 18 meters, and immerse yourself in the breathtaking sight of the reef adorned with stunning pink fire corals. Keep an eye out for majestic Manta rays, especially during the south west monsoon between May and September.
Kottefaru Wall offers excellent visibility of up to 20m, ensuring you don't miss any remarkable underwater encounters. With a maximum depth of 20m, divers of all levels can enjoy the splendors of this captivating dive site. As you explore the rich waters of the Maldives, Kottefaru Wall in Raa Atoll is a dive site that promises an unforgettable adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Kottefaru Wall
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kottefaru Wall
Depth
20m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Kottefaru Wall
Wave Height
0.64m
Wind Speed
13.5 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
35.44km
Cloud Cover
92%
Wave Period
7.05s
Air Temperature
28.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Kottefaru Wall
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.17726103286385/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 12.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.914214814814815/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Kottefaru Wall 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.
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.64m (7.1s), Wind: 12.3 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.66m (6.75s), Wind: 9.1 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 7.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kottefaru WallAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kottefaru Wall
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 Kottefaru Wall
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kottefaru Wall
Ideal Conditions for Kottefaru Wall
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
July
Visibility
12.2m / 40.0ft
March
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kottefaru Wall
Kottefaru Wall shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.0°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026