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Three Palms

Located in the crystal clear waters of the Maldives, Three Palms is a serene dive site that offers an unforgettable experience. This enchanting spot is named after the three breathtaking formations of table corals that grace its pristine wall.

Atop the house reef, divers can marvel at the graceful presence of blacktip reef sharks, while the adjacent channel is frequented by majestic eagle rays and occasional sightings of reef mantas. The wall itself is teeming with an abundance of fascinating marine life, including captivating lionfish, elusive lobsters, and a colorful array of small fish.

The biodiversity at Three Palms is truly remarkable, with an extraordinary variety of fish and corals. Most notably, the area is dominated by hard corals, creating a vibrant and dynamic underwater ecosystem that is awe-inspiring.

With a maximum depth of 22m and exceptional visibility reaching up to 19m, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. Whether you are just starting your underwater adventures or seeking new depths to explore, Three Palms offers something for everyone.

Don't miss the opportunity to explore this captivating underwater paradise, conveniently located near popular attractions such as the swimming pool, Snorkel way, and the scenic town of Rasdhoo in the Alif Alif Atoll of the Maldives. Join us at Three Palms for a truly unforgettable diving experience.

Diving Conditions Score for Three Palms

7
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Three Palms

Depth

22m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Three Palms

Wave Height

0.8m

Wind Speed

23.1 m/s

Water Temp

29.3°C

Visibility

41.96km

Cloud Cover

91%

Wave Period

5.55s

Air Temperature

28.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Three Palms
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Dive Score Chart for Three Palms

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.744758620689655/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.74m, Wind 18.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.24319186351706/10.

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

Sunrise at Three Palms: 06:00
Sunset at Three Palms: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Three Palms 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.74m (5.8s), Wind: 18.7 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 18.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Three Palms
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Three Palms

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 Three Palms

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 Three Palms

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

Ideal Conditions for Three Palms

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

11.8m / 38.7ft

March

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.7m / 5.6ft

March

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Three Palms

Three Palms 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 1.7m 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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