Lankan Faru
As you descend into the crystal-clear waters, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking reef that gently slopes from 5 to 30 meters. Venture deeper, and you may encounter the graceful presence of sharks and stingrays in the sandy areas. Among the magnificent big rocks, you can observe the majestic groupers and delicate glass fish.
Prepare to be amazed by the abundance of marine species that call this dive site their home. Keep your eyes peeled for thrilling encounters with sharks, jacks, batfish, snappers, groupers, morays, eagle rays, and stingrays. As you ascend to the top, you'll be greeted by a variety of morays and a vibrant array of fish species.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 18 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, you can fully appreciate the beauty beneath the surface. Whether you are seeking adventure or serenity, this dive site promises an unforgettable experience for divers of all levels.
Optimize your diving adventure with this remarkable dive site in the Maldives.
Diving Conditions Score for Lankan Faru
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lankan Faru
Depth
23m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Lankan Faru
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
21.1 m/s
Water Temp
29.4°C
Visibility
33.88km
Cloud Cover
43%
Wave Period
8.1s
Air Temperature
26.8°C
Precipitation
0.6 mm
Dive Score Chart for Lankan Faru
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 7.775296932515338/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 22.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.246892592592593/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Lankan Faru 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.
Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.88m (8.15s), Wind: 22.7 m/s
Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.9m, Wind: 21.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lankan FaruAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lankan Faru
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 Lankan Faru
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lankan Faru
Ideal Conditions for Lankan Faru
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 Lankan Faru
Lankan Faru 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 1.7m 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). January 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: 2 hr. ago - Jun 21, 2026