Lighthouse Channel
The Lighthouse Channel dive site is named after the nearby lighthouse situated close to the reef. Accessible after a 40-minute boat ride to the south of Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi, this drift dive offers an incredible underwater experience. On the top reef, divers will come across fishy blocks that are home to thousands of snappers. However, the true highlight of the dive is witnessing the graceful eagle rays dancing in the current near a corner of the reef. Keep an eye out for sleeping nurse sharks, turtles, and lobsters as well. This site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to experts, and is located in Shaviyani, Maldives. With a maximum depth of 16 meters and visibility reaching up to 22 meters, divers can expect a vibrant underwater world filled with eagle rays, snappers, nurse sharks, lobsters, turtles, and anemone fish, among other stunning reef fish.
Diving Conditions Score for Lighthouse Channel
6.9
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Lighthouse Channel
Depth
16m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Lighthouse Channel
Wave Height
1.56m
Wind Speed
24.8 m/s
Water Temp
29°C
Visibility
9.1km
Cloud Cover
74%
Wave Period
7.75s
Air Temperature
26.4°C
Precipitation
0.4 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Lighthouse Channel
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Dive Score Chart for Lighthouse Channel
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 6.351566666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.6m, Wind 26.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 5.791733333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Lighthouse Channel: 06:00
Sunset at Lighthouse Channel: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Lighthouse Channel 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
7:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.6m (8.3s), Wind: 26.8 m/s
Safest Overall
16:00Score: 6.3/10
Waves: 1.58m (7.8s), Wind: 27.5 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 5.8/10
Waves: 1.64m, Wind: 25.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Lighthouse ChannelAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Lighthouse Channel
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 Lighthouse Channel
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Lighthouse Channel
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Lighthouse Channel
Water Temp
20.6°C / 69.1°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Lighthouse Channel
Lighthouse Channel shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.6°C) and December the coldest (16.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 21, 2026
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