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Neygey Thila

Located just north of Amingiri in the Maldives, Neygey Thila is a popular dive site known as "Hoholha Gaa" in the local Divehi language. Translated to English, it means "rock with overhangs," which perfectly describes the unique underwater landscape here. In the protection of a faru between two channels, this dive site offers less exposure to strong currents, making it suitable for divers of all experience levels.

The reef structure at Neygey Thila is a thila, an underwater mount, with a top reef located at 4 meters that drops steeply to approximately 30 meters. With a visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, divers can explore the diverse marine life that inhabits this site. From long-nosed hawkfish and red anemones to juvenile reef fish, there is an abundance of unique reef dwellers to discover.

Common species that can be found at Neygey Thila include lionfish, fusiliers, fairy basslets, damselfish, and tunas. The overhangs provide a perfect spot to search for nudibranches and other macro life, while glassfish, cleaner shrimp, and moray eels tend to congregate together.

Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or expert, Neygey Thila offers an unforgettable underwater experience in the crystal-clear waters of the Maldives. Situated close to Kaafu, this dive site is easily accessible and awaits exploration by diving enthusiasts. Plan your dive at Neygey Thila and immerse yourself in the wonders of this enchanting underwater world.

Diving Conditions Score for Neygey Thila

7
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Neygey Thila

Depth

21m

Visibility

16m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Neygey Thila

Wave Height

0.92m

Wind Speed

13.5 m/s

Water Temp

29.4°C

Visibility

37.82km

Cloud Cover

1%

Wave Period

8.4s

Air Temperature

28.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Neygey Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Neygey Thila

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.93934880174292/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.88m, Wind 7.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.627270175438597/10.

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

Sunrise at Neygey Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Neygey Thila: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Neygey 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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.88m (7.65s), Wind: 7.5 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 6.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Neygey Thila
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Neygey 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 Neygey Thila

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.5/10

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

Best Months for Neygey Thila

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

Ideal Conditions for Neygey Thila

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.9m / 39.0ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Neygey Thila

Neygey Thila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.1°C) and December the coldest (22.7°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). February 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 19, 2026

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