Madivaru Channel
Rasdhoo Madivaru Channel is a prime dive site situated at the confluence of Rasdhoo and Madivaru, two local islands in the Maldives. Explore the fascinating underwater world along the sturdy parallel or perpendicular reef formations that line the channel, accompanied by abundant marine life.
Divers of advanced or expert level can revel in the incredible opportunities to spot sharks and other large fish as they roam along the edge and in the blue depths of the channel. Venture into the sandy areas where you'll frequently encounter various species of rays and resting sharks.
This remarkable dive site in Maldives boasts a visibility of 19m and offers an impressive maximum depth of 24m. To reach Rasdhoo Madivaru Channel, head to Rasdhoo Island, specifically Rasdhoo Madivaru Corner on Tourist Street 2, Alif Alif, Maldives.
Divers of advanced or expert level can revel in the incredible opportunities to spot sharks and other large fish as they roam along the edge and in the blue depths of the channel. Venture into the sandy areas where you'll frequently encounter various species of rays and resting sharks.
This remarkable dive site in Maldives boasts a visibility of 19m and offers an impressive maximum depth of 24m. To reach Rasdhoo Madivaru Channel, head to Rasdhoo Island, specifically Rasdhoo Madivaru Corner on Tourist Street 2, Alif Alif, Maldives.
Diving Conditions Score for Madivaru Channel
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Madivaru Channel
Depth
24m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Madivaru Channel
Wave Height
0.84m
Wind Speed
12.1 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
37.94km
Cloud Cover
14%
Wave Period
7.55s
Air Temperature
28.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Madivaru Channel
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Dive Score Chart for Madivaru Channel
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.058227272727272/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 7.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.334503921568628/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Madivaru Channel: 06:00
Sunset at Madivaru Channel: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Madivaru 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
15:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.84m (7.7s), Wind: 7.7 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Madivaru ChannelAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Madivaru 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 Madivaru Channel
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 Madivaru Channel
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Madivaru Channel
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 Madivaru Channel
Madivaru Channel shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.2°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). 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: 48 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026
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