Rihiveli Wreck
The Rihiveli wreck is a 45-meter long steel freighter located in the waters of Kaafu, Maldives. This dive site offers an abundance of fascinating marine life, making it an excellent destination for divers. Although visibility may not always be optimal, there are frequent encounters with magnificent manta rays. Other notable sightings include big pufferfish, groupers, bluefin trevallies, sweetlips, stingrays, and nurse sharks.
Important details for divers planning to explore the Rihiveli wreck:
- Visibility: Generally around 17 meters
- Maximum depth: 21 meters
- Recommended diver level: Suitable for all levels – beginners, advanced, and expert divers.
- Country: Maldives
Discover the captivating underwater world of the Rihiveli wreck in the Maldives. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the stunning marine life and the possibility of encountering majestic manta rays.
Important details for divers planning to explore the Rihiveli wreck:
- Visibility: Generally around 17 meters
- Maximum depth: 21 meters
- Recommended diver level: Suitable for all levels – beginners, advanced, and expert divers.
- Country: Maldives
Discover the captivating underwater world of the Rihiveli wreck in the Maldives. Don't miss the opportunity to witness the stunning marine life and the possibility of encountering majestic manta rays.
Diving Conditions Score for Rihiveli Wreck
8.2
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Rihiveli Wreck
Depth
21m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Rihiveli Wreck
Wave Height
0.7m
Wind Speed
11.3 m/s
Water Temp
29.5°C
Visibility
27.18km
Cloud Cover
34%
Wave Period
7.5s
Air Temperature
27.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Rihiveli Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Rihiveli Wreck
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 8.315444444444445/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 10.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.892905442176871/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Rihiveli Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Rihiveli Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Rihiveli Wreck 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
7:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.7m (7.5s), Wind: 10.9 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.7m (7.5s), Wind: 12.9 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 28 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Rihiveli WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Rihiveli Wreck
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 Rihiveli Wreck
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 Rihiveli Wreck
March
Score: 9.7
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Rihiveli Wreck
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
March
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Rihiveli Wreck
Rihiveli Wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.2°C) and December the coldest (22.8°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026
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