Nagili Thila
Immerse yourself in the depths and witness the mesmerizing beauty of overhangs and arches that adorn the deeper region. To fully enhance your dive, we recommend utilizing Deep / Nitrox for the ultimate combination. Depending on the prevailing currents, you may also indulge in a captivating dive on the nearby house reef.
Prepare to encounter an array of marine life during your dive expedition. Stingrays, nurse sharks, lionfish, scorpionfish, majestic moray eels, vibrant yellow boxfish, and agile hunting tunas and mackerel will grace your journey. Additionally, you may also spot snails and, in the summer months of July and August, even glimpse magnificent mantas around the western block.
Embark on an unforgettable adventure as we chart our course based on the current conditions. Our journey begins either towards the west or east, exploring the stunning thilas that punctuate the azure waters. Eventually, we'll gravitate towards the largest thila nestled within the heart of this aquatic marvel. Towards the west lies a 50-meter long block, rising impressively to 12 meters. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the overhangs adorned on the south and north sides. Traverse an enchanting arc, guiding you from the south to the north with precision buoyancy skills. As you venture towards the magnificent middle thila, its southern side unveils a captivating overhang and intricate canyons, spanning an impressive 120 meters. The eastern thila, approximately 80 meters in length, boasts a similarly captivating rooftop with crevices and overhangs. Throughout all three thilas, keep your eyes peeled for the enchanting presence of nurse sharks and slumbering stingrays in the deeper realms. Witness the abundant marine life and macro wonders flourishing on the thila rooftops. A truly remarkable adventure awaits you at our doorstep. Dive deep into the mysteries of this captivating site with the added benefit of Nitrox / Deep!
Location: Dive Site in Raa, Maldives
Visibility: 20m
Maximum Depth: 25m
Recommended Diver Level: Advanced, Expert
Close Proximity: Cafe Maas, Raa, Maldives
Diving Conditions Score for Nagili Thila
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Nagili Thila
Depth
25m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Nagili Thila
Wave Height
1.04m
Wind Speed
15.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.1°C
Visibility
5.72km
Cloud Cover
99%
Wave Period
7.4s
Air Temperature
27.8°C
Precipitation
1.4 mm
Dive Score Chart for Nagili Thila
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.166896396396396/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 17.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 6.776040350877193/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Nagili Thila 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: 7.2/10
Waves: 1.04m (7.4s), Wind: 17.8 m/s
Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 11.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Nagili ThilaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Nagili Thila
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 Nagili Thila
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Nagili Thila
Ideal Conditions for Nagili Thila
Water Temp
20.5°C / 68.9°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Nagili Thila
Nagili Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.5°C) and December the coldest (16.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 22, 2026