Turtle Bay
True to its name, you can expect to encounter an array of fascinating sea creatures during your dive. Turtles, lionfish, glassfish, and whitetip reef sharks are just a few of the enchanting marine species that call this dive site home.
For optimal diving conditions, enjoy a visibility of 14 meters and dive to a maximum depth of 17 meters. Turtle Bay is a must-visit location for those seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Close to the stunning Muli in the Meemu region of the Maldives, Turtle Bay serves as the perfect diving destination. So gear up and get ready to explore the wonders of this captivating dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Turtle Bay
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Turtle Bay
Depth
17m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Turtle Bay
Wave Height
1.04m
Wind Speed
12.6 m/s
Water Temp
29.7°C
Visibility
16.92km
Cloud Cover
49%
Wave Period
8.9s
Air Temperature
28.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Turtle Bay
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.4280952380952385/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 13.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.9766737827715355/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Turtle Bay 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.
Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1.04m (9.1s), Wind: 13.2 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1.04m, Wind: 11.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Turtle BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Turtle Bay
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 Turtle Bay
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Turtle Bay
Ideal Conditions for Turtle Bay
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
March
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Turtle Bay
Turtle Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.4°C) and December the coldest (22.9°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). February is usually the driest month with 0.1mm 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 - Jul 7, 2026