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Kuda Rah Thila

Discover the breathtaking underwater pinnacle situated just moments away from the enchanting island of Kuda Rah in the beautiful Maldives. This esteemed dive site has been designated as a protected marine area, ensuring a thriving ecosystem for marine life. Perfect for advanced and expert divers, especially those comfortable with mild currents, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience. Nitrox is highly recommended for optimal safety and enjoyment.

Immerse yourself in a mesmerizing sea of vibrant yellow and blue as large schools of snapper elegantly swim atop the thila. Nearby, you'll also encounter bustling schools of fusilier and the graceful batfish. Descending further, you'll witness the remarkable advantages that the protected area has bestowed upon the reef, with a plethora of fish life surrounding the pinnacle. The reef begins at around 14 meters and gradually slopes down to a maximum depth of 26 meters. As you explore, an expansive swim-through awaits to the east of the dive site, providing an opportunity to utilize your torchlight to uncover hidden macro treasures such as nudibranchs, shrimp, frogfish, pipefish, lobster, and crabs. Additionally, you'll encounter an abundance of robust soft corals and exquisite fan corals. On the opposite side, two outcrops form a captivating canyon for divers to navigate, while a spacious and easily traversable swim-through caters to divers of various skill levels. Keep an eye out for magnificent sightings of grey reef sharks, tuna, large jacks, stingrays, and white tip reef sharks that occasionally grace the area with their presence.

Located in the Maldives, this extraordinary dive site guarantees a visibility of 18 meters, allowing you to fully embrace the underwater wonderland that surrounds you. The close proximity to Kuda Rah thila, situated on Main Street in Dhigurah, Alif Dhaalu, makes accessing this captivating site a breeze.

Explore the depths, witness an abundance of marine life, and create unforgettable memories at this exceptional dive site in the Maldives.

Diving Conditions Score for Kuda Rah Thila

7.8
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Kuda Rah Thila

Depth

26m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Kuda Rah Thila

Wave Height

0.76m

Wind Speed

8.8 m/s

Water Temp

29.4°C

Visibility

44.74km

Cloud Cover

77%

Wave Period

9.75s

Air Temperature

27.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kuda Rah Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Kuda Rah Thila

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.392105263157895/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 12.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.98154188034188/10.

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

Sunrise at Kuda Rah Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Kuda Rah Thila: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Kuda Rah Thila 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
17:00

Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.7m (9.5s), Wind: 12.9 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.76m, Wind: 7.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Kuda Rah Thila
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kuda Rah Thila

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 Rah Thila

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 Rah Thila

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

Ideal Conditions for Kuda Rah Thila

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.3°C / 81.1°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.8m / 38.7ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Kuda Rah Thila

Kuda Rah Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.3°C) and December the coldest (22.8°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). 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 23, 2026

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