Maamunagaa Giri
Maamunagaa Giri, located in the Baa and Raa Atoll of Maldives, offers a remarkable diving experience. This dive site, resembling an isosceles triangle, should only be approached during favorable weather conditions. The south side of Maamunagaa Giri lies adjacent to the deep channel between Baa and Raa Atoll. Divers exploring this area will frequently encounter mesmerizing sights, such as gray reef sharks and a stunning school of jackfish. Microscopic marine life thrives in the small overhangs and crevices, providing divers with a captivating experience.
The reef top of Maamunagaa Giri is teeming with a variety of marine species, including gray reef sharks, stingrays, ghost moray eels, a diverse range of other moray eels, napoleons, butterflyfish, and a vibrant school of bannerfish. Occasionally, nurse sharks also make an appearance.
With a maximum depth of 23m and visibility reaching up to 19m, Maamunagaa Giri caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. The nearby location of Raa, Maldives, adds to the convenience of accessing this spectacular dive site.
Explore the underwater wonders of Maamunagaa Giri and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure.
The reef top of Maamunagaa Giri is teeming with a variety of marine species, including gray reef sharks, stingrays, ghost moray eels, a diverse range of other moray eels, napoleons, butterflyfish, and a vibrant school of bannerfish. Occasionally, nurse sharks also make an appearance.
With a maximum depth of 23m and visibility reaching up to 19m, Maamunagaa Giri caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. The nearby location of Raa, Maldives, adds to the convenience of accessing this spectacular dive site.
Explore the underwater wonders of Maamunagaa Giri and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Maamunagaa Giri
6.4
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Maamunagaa Giri
Depth
23m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Maamunagaa Giri
Wave Height
1.14m
Wind Speed
9.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.1°C
Visibility
5.52km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
7.65s
Air Temperature
28.1°C
Precipitation
4.7 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Maamunagaa Giri
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Dive Score Chart for Maamunagaa Giri
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.059150427350428/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 19.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.663333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Maamunagaa Giri: 06:00
Sunset at Maamunagaa Giri: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Maamunagaa Giri 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
17:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.06m (7.8s), Wind: 19.2 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 15.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Maamunagaa GiriAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Maamunagaa Giri
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 Maamunagaa Giri
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 Maamunagaa Giri
March
Score: 9.7
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Maamunagaa Giri
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
July
Visibility
12.1m / 39.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Maamunagaa Giri
Maamunagaa Giri shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.0°C) and December the coldest (22.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.6m 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 22, 2026
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