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Naainfaru Uthuru

Naainfaru Dive Site - Exploring the Vibrant Underwater World in Maldives

Discover the captivating underwater beauty of Naainfaru, a remarkable dive site located on the north side of the enchanting island in Maldives. This dive offers an incredible experience as you explore the diverse reef teeming with marine life.

Dive into the depths of this magnificent reef, where you'll encounter a gradual slope ranging from 5 to 30 meters. A prominent feature of Naainfaru Dive Site is its numerous overhangs, creating perfect hideouts for mesmerizing soldierfish, as well as a variety of captivating macro life including nudibranchs and shrimps.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant top reef, home to fascinating groups of humpback snappers and the strikingly beautiful yellow-colored five line snappers. As you explore this rich marine habitat, prepare to be delighted by the frequent presence of graceful turtles gracefully grazing on corals and sponges.

Embarking on a 30-minute boat ride south of Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi in Shaviyani, Maldives, you'll enter the magnificent realm of Naainfaru Uthuru. Here, the occasional majestic Napoleon wrasse and elegant eagle rays gracefully glide through the shimmering blue depths.

While exploring Naainfaru Dive Site, expect to encounter an array of marine wonders, including the captivating presence of turtles, Napoleons, humpback snappers, five-line snappers, fascinating critters, and an abundance of other magnificent reef fish.

With visibility reaching up to 21 meters and a maximum diving depth of 20 meters, this dive site offers an ideal experience for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers.

Unlock the treasures of Naainfaru Dive Site, where the wonders of Maldives' underwater world await you.

Diving Conditions Score for Naainfaru Uthuru

6.6
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Naainfaru Uthuru

Depth

20m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Naainfaru Uthuru

Wave Height

1.62m

Wind Speed

24.7 m/s

Water Temp

29.3°C

Visibility

30.94km

Cloud Cover

82%

Wave Period

9s

Air Temperature

29°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Naainfaru Uthuru
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Dive Score Chart for Naainfaru Uthuru

Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 6.576233333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.6m, Wind 22.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 6.024033333333334/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Naainfaru Uthuru: 06:00
Sunset at Naainfaru Uthuru: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Naainfaru Uthuru 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.

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Best Overall
9:00

Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1.6m (9.3s), Wind: 22.1 m/s

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Safest Overall
7:00

Score: 6.5/10
Waves: 1.58m (9.4s), Wind: 20.5 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 6.0/10
Waves: 1.6m, Wind: 20.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Naainfaru Uthuru
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Naainfaru Uthuru

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 Naainfaru Uthuru

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.6/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Naainfaru Uthuru

January
Score: 9.7
March
Score: 9.7
February
Score: 9.6

Ideal Conditions for Naainfaru Uthuru

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.5m / 41.0ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Naainfaru Uthuru

Naainfaru Uthuru shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (27.9°C) and December the coldest (22.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in March with average wave heights of 1.6m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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