Macaro Fana Thila
This dive site in the Maldives, located near Kaafu, offers a captivating underwater experience for both beginner and advanced divers. With a maximum depth of 21m and excellent visibility of 20m, this small inside reef boasts a stunning drop off on its west side. Divers will be enchanted by the abundance of holes and overhangs, ranging from 5 to 12 meters in depth, creating a fascinating maze to explore. The site is teeming with vibrant sponges and black coral, creating a beautiful and diverse underwater ecosystem. It is highly recommended to bring a torch to fully appreciate the hidden wonders of this site. Be prepared to encounter a variety of marine life, including Hawksbill Turtles, Nudibranchs, schools of Fusiliers, Moray eels, Clown fish, and Blue fin trevallys in action. Dive into the depths of this dynamic dive site and discover the wonders that await you.
Diving Conditions Score for Macaro Fana Thila
8.2
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Macaro Fana Thila
Depth
21m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Macaro Fana Thila
Wave Height
0.7m
Wind Speed
8.4 m/s
Water Temp
29.4°C
Visibility
38.72km
Cloud Cover
97%
Wave Period
8.25s
Air Temperature
27.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Macaro Fana Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Macaro Fana Thila
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 8.615653892215569/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 15.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.156027642276422/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Macaro Fana Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Macaro Fana Thila: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Macaro Fana 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.
Best Overall
13:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.66m (8.35s), Wind: 15.2 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 8.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Macaro Fana ThilaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Macaro Fana 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 Macaro Fana Thila
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 Macaro Fana Thila
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Macaro Fana Thila
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
11.4m / 37.4ft
March
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Macaro Fana Thila
Macaro Fana Thila 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 1.8m 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). February 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 23, 2026
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