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Kurali Kandu

This shallow and narrow channel dive site in Meemu, Maldives is a must-visit for divers of all levels. With excellent coral life and a few coral blocks acting as cleaning stations for fish and larger marine animals, there is no shortage of underwater wonders to explore.

One of the main attractions of this site is the manta ray cleaning station, where these majestic creatures can be spotted between the months of May to November. Swim among the mesmerizing garden eels that populate the sandy bottom, and admire the vibrant corals that adorn this underwater paradise.

The visibility at this dive site is a remarkable 18 meters, allowing for a memorable experience of the diverse marine life. Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, you'll find something to captivate you here. Spot an array of tropical fish, from moray eels and parrotfish to lionfish and jackfish.

For more adventurous divers, make sure to look under the coral blocks, as you might discover resting rays and even sharks. This includes the possibility of encountering larger fish species such as tuna, leopard shark, nurse shark, blacktip, white tip reef shark, and different species of stingray.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of this dive site, located in the stunning Maldives. Its maximum depth of 17 meters ensures a safe and enjoyable diving experience for all enthusiasts. Start planning your dive trip to this captivating destination today.

Diving Conditions Score for Kurali Kandu

7
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Kurali Kandu

Depth

17m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Kurali Kandu

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

15.8 m/s

Water Temp

29.2°C

Visibility

44.22km

Cloud Cover

99%

Wave Period

7.55s

Air Temperature

28.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kurali Kandu
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Dive Score Chart for Kurali Kandu

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.559524457593688/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 22.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.072110077519381/10.

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

Sunrise at Kurali Kandu: 06:00
Sunset at Kurali Kandu: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Kurali Kandu 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: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.98m (8.45s), Wind: 22.1 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.98m, Wind: 21.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Kurali Kandu
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kurali Kandu

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 Kurali Kandu

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 Kurali Kandu

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

Ideal Conditions for Kurali Kandu

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.1m / 39.7ft

April

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Kurali Kandu

Kurali Kandu 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). April 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 18, 2026

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