Thinga Thila
Thinga Thila, also known as Lion Seamount, is a remarkable dive site located in the southeastern part of the Reef in the Maldives. The name accurately reflects the abundance of magnificent lionfish found in this area. Photographers and explorers will be delighted by the myriad of treasures waiting to be discovered at Thinga Thila.
The reef at Thinga Thila offers a gradual slope from as shallow as 3 meters to a maximum depth of 17 meters. With a visibility of 18 meters, this dive site provides an ideal environment for capturing stunning underwater moments. Divers can expect to encounter various species of shrimps, moray eels, and a vast number of bannerfish.
Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, Thinga Thila welcomes all levels of diving expertise. Situated near Kaafu in the Maldives, this close-to-shore location offers convenient access to this captivating dive site.
Explore the wonders of Thinga Thila and immerse yourself in the breathtaking underwater world it has to offer.
The reef at Thinga Thila offers a gradual slope from as shallow as 3 meters to a maximum depth of 17 meters. With a visibility of 18 meters, this dive site provides an ideal environment for capturing stunning underwater moments. Divers can expect to encounter various species of shrimps, moray eels, and a vast number of bannerfish.
Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, Thinga Thila welcomes all levels of diving expertise. Situated near Kaafu in the Maldives, this close-to-shore location offers convenient access to this captivating dive site.
Explore the wonders of Thinga Thila and immerse yourself in the breathtaking underwater world it has to offer.
Diving Conditions Score for Thinga Thila
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Thinga Thila
Depth
17m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Thinga Thila
Wave Height
0.9m
Wind Speed
14 m/s
Water Temp
29.2°C
Visibility
42.9km
Cloud Cover
88%
Wave Period
6.35s
Air Temperature
27.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Thinga Thila
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Dive Score Chart for Thinga Thila
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.8135666666666665/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 16.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.42065903307888/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Thinga Thila: 06:00
Sunset at Thinga Thila: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Thinga 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
6:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.84m (7s), Wind: 16.5 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 8.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Thinga ThilaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Thinga 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 Thinga 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 Thinga Thila
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Thinga 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 Thinga Thila
Thinga 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 18, 2026
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