Loley Thila
This dive site is highly regarded for its abundance of grey reef sharks swimming in schools. Additionally, divers can encounter schools of various fish, captivating red-toothed triggerfish, intriguing scorpionfish, and other macro marine life on the thila itself.
Diving enthusiasts who have a passion for sharks will find Loley Thila to be a perfect destination. Beginning the descent through the azure waters onto the pinnacle, one can witness graceful grey reef sharks peacefully circling around, accompanied by schools of jacks and occasional silvertip sharks. If the current is favorable, the second half of the dive allows for exploration of the awe-inspiring marine life inhabiting the thila. It is even possible to spot a resting zebra shark within this remarkable ecosystem.
With a maximum depth of 29 meters and visibility reaching up to 0 meters, divers of all levels - beginners, advanced, and experts - can enjoy the adventure Loley Thila has to offer. Its close proximity to Shaviyani, Maldives makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts from around the globe.
Remember, Loley Thila is a must-visit dive site for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater experience in the Maldives.
Diving Conditions Score for Loley Thila
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Loley Thila
Depth
29m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Loley Thila
Wave Height
1.26m
Wind Speed
18.3 m/s
Water Temp
29°C
Visibility
21.88km
Cloud Cover
88%
Wave Period
8.3s
Air Temperature
28.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Loley Thila
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 6.873166666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.32m, Wind 15.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.6583/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Loley 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.
Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.32m (8.4s), Wind: 15.7 m/s
Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.26m, Wind: 20.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Loley ThilaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Loley 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 Loley Thila
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Loley Thila
Ideal Conditions for Loley Thila
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
March
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Loley Thila
Loley Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.9°C) and December the coldest (22.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 - Jul 1, 2026