Mae Ilha Caves
The rock formations on Mae Island create an enchanting playground for divers of all skill levels. These caves are teeming with an abundance of fish, making for captivating close-up encounters. Located on the coast of Niteroi, Mae Island is the most coveted diving spot in the area.
This underwater haven is home to a diverse array of marine life. From various species of fish along the shoreline to majestic eagle rays gracefully gliding through the rocky reef, Mae Island offers a captivating underwater experience.
With a visibility of 4m and a maximum depth of 9m, Mae Island is perfect for beginner divers. Its convenient location in Itaipú, Itaipu, Região Oceânica, Niterói, Região Geográfica Imediata do Rio de Janeiro, Região Metropolitana do Rio de Janeiro, Região Geográfica Intermediária do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Region, Brazil ensures easy access for divers in the area.
Plan your next diving adventure at Mae Island and immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world of Brazil.
This underwater haven is home to a diverse array of marine life. From various species of fish along the shoreline to majestic eagle rays gracefully gliding through the rocky reef, Mae Island offers a captivating underwater experience.
With a visibility of 4m and a maximum depth of 9m, Mae Island is perfect for beginner divers. Its convenient location in Itaipú, Itaipu, Região Oceânica, Niterói, Região Geográfica Imediata do Rio de Janeiro, Região Metropolitana do Rio de Janeiro, Região Geográfica Intermediária do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Southeast Region, Brazil ensures easy access for divers in the area.
Plan your next diving adventure at Mae Island and immerse yourself in the vibrant underwater world of Brazil.
Diving Conditions Score for Mae Ilha Caves
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 Mae Ilha Caves
Depth
9m
Visibility
4m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Mae Ilha Caves
Wave Height
1.68m
Wind Speed
8.4 m/s
Water Temp
23°C
Visibility
33.28km
Cloud Cover
8%
Wave Period
10.4s
Air Temperature
21.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mae Ilha Caves
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Dive Score Chart for Mae Ilha Caves
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.145333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.58m, Wind 5.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.448833333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Mae Ilha Caves: 06:00
Sunset at Mae Ilha Caves: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Mae Ilha Caves 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
6:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.58m (9.4s), Wind: 5.7 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.62m, Wind: 7.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Mae Ilha CavesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mae Ilha Caves
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 Mae Ilha Caves
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Mae Ilha Caves
July
Score: 9.4
June
Score: 9.1
May
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for Mae Ilha Caves
Water Temp
24.4°C / 75.9°F
March
Visibility
12.9m / 42.3ft
January
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mae Ilha Caves
Mae Ilha Caves follows southern hemisphere patterns with March being the warmest month (24.4°C) and September the coldest (18.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.1m 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). March 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 18, 2026
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