Margarita’s Mischief
Located between Havelock and Neil Island in India, Margarita's Mischief is one of the top three dive sites favored by divers. This scenic spot is well-known for its unique sea grass variety, which attracts dugongs, a charming marine mammal. While getting a chance to have brunch with the dugongs is a stroke of luck, there's plenty more to explore. Dive into the mesmerizing cavities between rocky outcrops to encounter moray eels, octopuses, lobsters, and shrimps.
Scuba diving at Margarita's Mischief is a sensory explosion. With a maximum depth of 15m and a visibility of 12m, you'll be surrounded by vibrant reefs teeming with life. Picture yourself gliding through the water as large schools of fish gracefully hover above. This dive site can accommodate divers of all levels, making it suitable for beginners and advanced divers alike.
Immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of Margarita's Mischief — a must-visit destination for every diver.
Scuba diving at Margarita's Mischief is a sensory explosion. With a maximum depth of 15m and a visibility of 12m, you'll be surrounded by vibrant reefs teeming with life. Picture yourself gliding through the water as large schools of fish gracefully hover above. This dive site can accommodate divers of all levels, making it suitable for beginners and advanced divers alike.
Immerse yourself in the beauty and wonder of Margarita's Mischief — a must-visit destination for every diver.
Diving Conditions Score for Margarita’s Mischief
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Margarita’s Mischief
Depth
15m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Margarita’s Mischief
Wave Height
1.16m
Wind Speed
27.7 m/s
Water Temp
29.3°C
Visibility
6.5km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
6.35s
Air Temperature
28°C
Precipitation
0.3 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Margarita’s Mischief
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Dive Score Chart for Margarita’s Mischief
Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 7.08/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.12m, Wind 30 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 6.5600000000000005/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Margarita’s Mischief: 06:00
Sunset at Margarita’s Mischief: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Margarita’s Mischief 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
12:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.12m (6.8s), Wind: 30 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 29.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Margarita’s MischiefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Margarita’s Mischief
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 Margarita’s Mischief
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Margarita’s Mischief
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Margarita’s Mischief
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
July
Visibility
13.0m / 42.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Margarita’s Mischief
Margarita’s Mischief shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with April being the warmest month (27.9°C) and January the coldest (23.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). January 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 - Jul 2, 2026
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