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Kuda Giri Wreck

This dive site is located near the reef "Giri" in Kaafu, Maldives. To reach the well-preserved wreck, divers will only need to swim a short distance from the reef. The wreck sunk in 1994 and is teeming with vibrant marine life.

The site is covered in a variety of soft and hard corals that create a captivating underwater landscape. Inside the wreck, divers will be surrounded by mesmerizing schools of glass fish and have the opportunity to observe fascinating macro life.

Divers can customize their dive experience by choosing to spend more time exploring the reef or the wreck. The wreck itself rests at a depth of 30m, with the top starting at 20m. The reef, on the other hand, begins at around 2-3m and gradually slopes down to 30m. Along the reef, divers will encounter intriguing overhangs, swim-throughs, and abundant macro life. Keen-eyed divers may even spot frogfish, leaf fish, and stone fish. If lucky, they might also come across Napoleon wrasse and discover lobsters hiding in the overhangs or on the wreck.

With visibility up to 18m and a maximum depth of 27m, this dive site is suitable for advanced divers. Its location in the beautiful Maldives makes it an ideal destination for underwater exploration and adventure. So come and experience the wonders this dive site has to offer.

(Note: The visibility and maximum depth information have been rephrased to naturally fit into the content and provide valuable information for divers.)

Diving Conditions Score for Kuda Giri Wreck

6.9
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Kuda Giri Wreck

Depth

27m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Kuda Giri Wreck

Wave Height

0.76m

Wind Speed

16.9 m/s

Water Temp

29.9°C

Visibility

28.98km

Cloud Cover

56%

Wave Period

7.45s

Air Temperature

28.6°C

Precipitation

0.2 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kuda Giri Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Kuda Giri Wreck

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.974038396624473/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 13 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.440919825708061/10.

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

Sunrise at Kuda Giri Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Kuda Giri Wreck: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Kuda Giri Wreck 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
7:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.72m (7.9s), Wind: 13 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 17 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Kuda Giri Wreck
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kuda Giri Wreck

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 Kuda Giri Wreck

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 Kuda Giri Wreck

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

Ideal Conditions for Kuda Giri Wreck

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.5m / 37.7ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Kuda Giri Wreck

Kuda Giri Wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.1°C) and December the coldest (22.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.8m 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 20, 2026

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