Mas Giri
Mas Giri is renowned for its unique reef structure known as a giri, which sets it apart from other dive sites in the area. Giris resemble thilas but differ in that they either reach the water's surface or can be exposed during low tide. The minimal exposure to strong currents around giris makes them ideal for novice divers and night dives. With its abundant marine life and captivating coral patches, Mas Giri truly stands out as a captivating destination for divers of all skill levels.
With a maximum depth of 19 meters and visibility reaching up to 17 meters, Mas Giri promises a rewarding diving experience. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this dive site offers the perfect opportunity to explore the rich underwater world of the Maldives. Close to Kaafu, Maldives, Mas Giri is easily accessible and promises a memorable exploration of the mesmerizing underwater realm.
Diving Conditions Score for Mas Giri
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Mas Giri
Depth
19m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Mas Giri
Wave Height
1.18m
Wind Speed
25.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.5°C
Visibility
10.5km
Cloud Cover
48%
Wave Period
5.9s
Air Temperature
28.8°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Dive Score Chart for Mas Giri
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 6.6862/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.16m, Wind 25.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 6.448133333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Mas Giri 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: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.16m (5.95s), Wind: 25.7 m/s
Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 25.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Mas GiriAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mas Giri
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 Mas Giri
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Mas Giri
Ideal Conditions for Mas Giri
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
11.6m / 38.1ft
March
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mas Giri
Mas Giri shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.1°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: 1 min. ago - Jun 15, 2026