Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
Rasgefaanu Thila, also known as Emperor Mountain, is a popular diving site in the Maldives. It holds historical significance as it was the first dive spot ever explored by a female diver, Ms. Kaiser, also known as Ms. Emperor. This dive site offers an incredible underwater experience, with a starting depth of approximately 7 meters. It is renowned for its rich biodiversity, making it one of the most diverse locations in the atoll. Divers can explore the vibrant marine life, including the fascinating stonefish that call this site their home. With excellent visibility of 18m and a maximum depth of 16m, Rasgefaanu Thila is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located in the Kaafu Atoll, within close proximity to the vibrant city of Kaafu in the Maldives, this site is a must-visit for diving enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
Depth
16m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
Wave Height
1.08m
Wind Speed
20.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.3°C
Visibility
33.66km
Cloud Cover
45%
Wave Period
6.55s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
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Dive Score Chart for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.064233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.06m, Wind 24.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 6.778600000000001/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila): 06:00
Sunset at Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser 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.
Best Overall
15:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1.06m (6.25s), Wind: 24.4 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.08m, Wind: 20.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser 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 Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser 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 Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
11.9m / 39.0ft
March
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser Thila)
Rasgefaanu Thila (Kaiser 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 16, 2026
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