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Vaagali Kandu

Discover the captivating drift dive at Vaagali's channel in the mesmerizing waters of the Maldives. This exceptional dive site boasts a reef that begins at a shallow 5 meters before descending to a sandy bottom at a maximum depth of 28 meters. Dive enthusiasts will be enthralled by the abundance of stunning overhangs adorned with black corals and soft corals between 10-20 meters. To fully admire this underwater beauty, a dive light is highly recommended.

Frequently encountered in this remarkable dive spot are Whitetip reef sharks, Grey reef sharks, Stingrays, Eagle rays, Napoleon wrasse, and Turtles, making for an awe-inspiring marine experience.

With an impressive visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, this dive is suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners, advanced divers, and experts. Situated in the picturesque Kaafu area of the Maldives, this dive site offers convenient proximity to immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater realm.

Indulge your passion for diving in the captivating waters of Vaagali channel, Maldives.

Diving Conditions Score for Vaagali Kandu

7.3
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Vaagali Kandu

Depth

22m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Vaagali Kandu

Wave Height

0.72m

Wind Speed

11.7 m/s

Water Temp

29.4°C

Visibility

38.56km

Cloud Cover

21%

Wave Period

7.9s

Air Temperature

28.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Vaagali Kandu
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Dive Score Chart for Vaagali Kandu

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.301448648648648/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.76m, Wind 7.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.964426291079811/10.

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

Sunrise at Vaagali Kandu: 06:00
Sunset at Vaagali Kandu: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Vaagali Kandu 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: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.76m (7.4s), Wind: 7.2 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 4.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Vaagali Kandu
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Vaagali Kandu

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 Vaagali Kandu

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Vaagali Kandu

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Vaagali Kandu

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

20.4°C / 68.7°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Vaagali Kandu

Vaagali Kandu shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (20.4°C) and December the coldest (16.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 19, 2026

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