Kuramathi Caves
Located on the western end of the atoll beyond the Kuramathi Resort sandbank, these incredible caves offer a captivating underwater experience for divers. Featuring numerous spacious overhangs, as well as two accessible caves at specific depths (one at 18-20 meters and the other at 28-30 meters), this site is a must-visit for underwater enthusiasts.
Within the caves and overhangs, divers may encounter various marine creatures, notably white tip sharks, stingrays, and nurse sharks. Additionally, the coral atop the reef is thriving at a shallow depth of 5 meters, providing a visually stunning backdrop.
The site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers, as it offers diverse depths and experiences. With an impressive visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive location in the Maldives promises memorable underwater adventures.
Conveniently situated near Kuramathi North, Snorkel Way, Rasdhoo, Alif Alif, Maldives, this captivating dive site is easily accessible to divers looking for an unforgettable experience.
Within the caves and overhangs, divers may encounter various marine creatures, notably white tip sharks, stingrays, and nurse sharks. Additionally, the coral atop the reef is thriving at a shallow depth of 5 meters, providing a visually stunning backdrop.
The site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers, as it offers diverse depths and experiences. With an impressive visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, this dive location in the Maldives promises memorable underwater adventures.
Conveniently situated near Kuramathi North, Snorkel Way, Rasdhoo, Alif Alif, Maldives, this captivating dive site is easily accessible to divers looking for an unforgettable experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Kuramathi Caves
7.3
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kuramathi Caves
Depth
24m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Kuramathi Caves
Wave Height
0.9m
Wind Speed
24.2 m/s
Water Temp
29.4°C
Visibility
17.94km
Cloud Cover
72%
Wave Period
8.1s
Air Temperature
27.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kuramathi Caves
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Dive Score Chart for Kuramathi Caves
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.742762025316455/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.92m, Wind 14.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.1363925925925935/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Kuramathi Caves: 06:00
Sunset at Kuramathi Caves: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Kuramathi Caves 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.92m (7.9s), Wind: 14.9 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.9m, Wind: 23.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kuramathi CavesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kuramathi Caves
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 Kuramathi Caves
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 Kuramathi Caves
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Kuramathi Caves
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
11.8m / 38.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kuramathi Caves
Kuramathi Caves shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.2°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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