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Ran Thila

Ran Thila is a captivating dive site located in the picturesque waters of the Maldives, close to Kaafu. This underwater knoll boasts a gentle slope on the north-east and east sides, while the west side offers a thrilling drop off with numerous intriguing overhangs and caves to explore within the depth range of 5 to 20 meters. To fully experience the wonders of this site, it is highly recommended to bring a torch.

One of the highlights of Ran Thila is the abundance of vibrant soft corals that adorn the overhangs and caves, creating a mesmerizing spectacle for divers. This dive site is particularly renowned for its ability to showcase a variety of macro wonders, such as Nudibranchs and flatworms. If luck is on your side, you may even come across the elusive Frogfish.

With a maximum depth of 22 meters and visibility reaching an impressive 19 meters, Ran Thila accommodates divers of all levels of expertise, including beginners, advanced divers, and experts. Whether you are a novice or seasoned diver, this captivating dive site ensures an enriching and unforgettable underwater adventure.

Ran Thila, situated in the enchanting waters of the Maldives, near Kaafu, offers a diverse and captivating diving experience. Explore the gentle slopes, exhilarating drop-offs, and fascinating overhangs and caves, all while surrounded by a kaleidoscope of colorful soft corals. Don't miss the opportunity to spot fascinating macro marine life, such as Nudibranchs and flatworms, and perhaps even encounter the elusive Frogfish. Regardless of your skill level, Ran Thila welcomes divers of all abilities to discover its hidden treasures.

Diving Conditions Score for Ran Thila

7.5
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Ran Thila

Depth

22m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Ran Thila

Wave Height

0.84m

Wind Speed

18.1 m/s

Water Temp

29.6°C

Visibility

42.12km

Cloud Cover

94%

Wave Period

6.7s

Air Temperature

27.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

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

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.94898947368421/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.78m, Wind 16.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 7.539965577342048/10.

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

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

Optimal diving conditions at Ran 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: 0.78m (7.6s), Wind: 16.5 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 19 m/s

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

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

Ideal Conditions for Ran 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 Ran Thila

Ran Thila 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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