Maldivas
Located on the eastern side of the island, this dive site in Portugal offers an ideal diving experience for beginners. With depths ranging from 5 to 9 meters, calm conditions, and captivating rock formations, it's the perfect spot to explore the underwater world.
Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life at this site. Keep an eye out for damselfish, parrotfish, Turkish wrasse, and different species of breams. If luck is on your side, you might even come across a small ray or a school of small barracudas. The visibility here is excellent, reaching up to 13 meters, allowing for a clear view of the stunning underwater scenery.
With a maximum depth of 24 meters, this site provides ample opportunities for divers to further their skills and explore deeper waters. However, it remains accessible and welcoming to divers of all experience levels.
When planning your dive, make sure to note the close location: ER 120, Serra de Fora, Vila Baleira, Porto Santo, Madeira, 9400-005, Portugal. The convenient proximity to these landmarks makes it easy to access and enjoy this captivating dive site.
Whether you're a beginner looking to dip your toes into the world of diving or an experienced diver seeking an engaging underwater adventure, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience on the island's eastern coast. Discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface and create lasting memories at this remarkable dive location.
Divers can expect to encounter a variety of marine life at this site. Keep an eye out for damselfish, parrotfish, Turkish wrasse, and different species of breams. If luck is on your side, you might even come across a small ray or a school of small barracudas. The visibility here is excellent, reaching up to 13 meters, allowing for a clear view of the stunning underwater scenery.
With a maximum depth of 24 meters, this site provides ample opportunities for divers to further their skills and explore deeper waters. However, it remains accessible and welcoming to divers of all experience levels.
When planning your dive, make sure to note the close location: ER 120, Serra de Fora, Vila Baleira, Porto Santo, Madeira, 9400-005, Portugal. The convenient proximity to these landmarks makes it easy to access and enjoy this captivating dive site.
Whether you're a beginner looking to dip your toes into the world of diving or an experienced diver seeking an engaging underwater adventure, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience on the island's eastern coast. Discover the wonders that lie beneath the surface and create lasting memories at this remarkable dive location.
Diving Conditions Score for Maldivas
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Maldivas
Depth
24m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Maldivas
Wave Height
1.1m
Wind Speed
15.1 m/s
Water Temp
22.1°C
Visibility
28.74km
Cloud Cover
44%
Wave Period
7.05s
Air Temperature
22.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Maldivas
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Dive Score Chart for Maldivas
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.246533333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 15.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.030178378378379/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Maldivas: 06:00
Sunset at Maldivas: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Maldivas 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
7:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.06m (6.25s), Wind: 15.1 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.06m (6.15s), Wind: 15.7 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.06m, Wind: 7.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for MaldivasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Maldivas
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 Maldivas
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Maldivas
January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Maldivas
Water Temp
21.4°C / 70.5°F
July
Visibility
13.2m / 43.3ft
November
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Maldivas
Maldivas shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (21.4°C) and January the coldest (13.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during November to January, 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 25, 2026
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