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Thoddoo Rangabeelu

Dive into the enchanting underwater world of Thoddoo, Maldives, where you can explore one of the best spots to witness the majestic mantas. Located just in front of Sunrise bikini beach or a quick 5-minute boat ride from the harbor, this dive site, known as Great Bells in Dhivehi, boasts mesmerizing large formations of bell-shaped corals along its wall.

Atop these coral formations, you'll discover a manta cleaning station, providing a captivating spectacle. The corals also serve as a vibrant home to a variety of marine life, including shrimps, crabs, and lobsters. While diving here, you may also encounter graceful green turtles and hawksbills, adding to the allure of this underwater paradise.

With a visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 23m, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert, can enjoy the wonders of this site. The close proximity to Alif Alif, Maldives (postcode: 09010) makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Thoddoo's underwater world and create unforgettable memories in this diver's haven.

Diving Conditions Score for Thoddoo Rangabeelu

6.9
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Thoddoo Rangabeelu

Depth

23m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Thoddoo Rangabeelu

Wave Height

1.38m

Wind Speed

22.7 m/s

Water Temp

29.3°C

Visibility

17.36km

Cloud Cover

54%

Wave Period

7.7s

Air Temperature

27.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Thoddoo Rangabeelu
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Dive Score Chart for Thoddoo Rangabeelu

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.840599999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.32m, Wind 19.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 6.405133333333334/10.

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

Sunrise at Thoddoo Rangabeelu: 06:00
Sunset at Thoddoo Rangabeelu: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Thoddoo Rangabeelu 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
17:00

Score: 6.8/10
Waves: 1.32m (7.7s), Wind: 19.2 m/s

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Best Night
19:00

Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.32m, Wind: 19.8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Thoddoo Rangabeelu
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Thoddoo Rangabeelu

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 Thoddoo Rangabeelu

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 Thoddoo Rangabeelu

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

Ideal Conditions for Thoddoo Rangabeelu

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.7m / 38.4ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Thoddoo Rangabeelu

Thoddoo Rangabeelu 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). 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 21, 2026

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