Margally
Marvel at the dazzling array of marine creatures that inhabit this reef, including nudibranchs, fusiliers, anthias, captivating anemones with playful clownfish, damselfish, and various types of corals like soft corals, hard corals, sea fans, and delicate sea fans. Delight in the colorful gobies, stealthy shrimp, majestic moray eels, splendid spotted sweetlips, graceful goatfish, and numerous other species thriving in these pristine waters.
With a visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, the Vatulaca Reef ensures an unforgettable underwater experience. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this site caters to all skill levels, offering a truly memorable adventure. Depending on the dive site and tide height, the boat ride from Volivoli Beach Resort takes only 15 to 25 minutes, providing quick and convenient access to this stunning underwater paradise.
Named by two Australian girls, Margaret and Ally, this exceptional dive site invites you to embrace the wonders of the ocean while appreciating its awe-inspiring beauty. Immerse yourself in Fiji's rich marine biodiversity, a country renowned for its captivating dive sites. Plan your extraordinary diving expedition at DiveChamp and embark on a journey that will create cherished memories of the remarkable Vatulaca Reef region.
Diving Conditions Score for Margally
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Margally
Depth
19m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Margally
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
33.7 m/s
Water Temp
26.6°C
Visibility
45.14km
Cloud Cover
27%
Wave Period
3.45s
Air Temperature
22.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Margally
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.0519/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 25 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.685033333333332/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Margally 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.
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.38m (5s), Wind: 25 m/s
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.36m, Wind: 10.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for MargallyAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Margally
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 Margally
Summer
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Margally
Ideal Conditions for Margally
Water Temp
25.8°C / 78.4°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
June
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Margally
Margally follows southern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (25.8°C) and October the coldest (22.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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). June is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, 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