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Kottefaru Wall

Located in the Southeast of Raa Atoll, the mesmerizing Kottefaru Wall is a must-visit dive site for both beginner and advanced divers. Drifting underwater, you'll begin your descent at approximately 12m and explore the depths that reach over 80m. This site is known for its vibrant pink fire coral, adorning the wall at around 18 meters. Prepare to be enchanted by the presence of manta ray cleaning stations along the reef edge.

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

7.4
Good

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

beginner
advanced

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kottefaru Wall
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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.

Sunrise at Kottefaru Wall: 06:00
Sunset at Kottefaru Wall: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
15:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.64m (7.1s), Wind: 12.3 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.66m (6.75s), Wind: 9.1 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 7.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Kottefaru Wall
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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

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Kottefaru Wall

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

Ideal Conditions for Kottefaru Wall

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.1°C / 80.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.2m / 40.0ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026

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