Velassaru Cave
Velassaru Caves is a stunning dive site located on the outer reef of the northern tip of South Male Atoll in the Maldives. This popular spot gets its name from the abundance of overhangs that can be explored at depths ranging from 10 to 30 meters. Its strategic position in the channel between two atolls makes it a haven for a wide variety of marine life, from tiny macroorganisms to impressive pelagic creatures.
With excellent visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 25 meters, Velassaru Caves offers an exceptional diving experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site has something to offer everyone.
Located close to Glide, Kaafu in the Maldives, Velassaru Caves is a must-visit destination for underwater enthusiasts. Explore the captivating underwater world and witness the wonders that await you.
With excellent visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 25 meters, Velassaru Caves offers an exceptional diving experience for divers of all levels. Whether you are a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site has something to offer everyone.
Located close to Glide, Kaafu in the Maldives, Velassaru Caves is a must-visit destination for underwater enthusiasts. Explore the captivating underwater world and witness the wonders that await you.
Diving Conditions Score for Velassaru Cave
7.5
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Velassaru Cave
Depth
25m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Velassaru Cave
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
25.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.5°C
Visibility
20.34km
Cloud Cover
7%
Wave Period
6s
Air Temperature
27.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Velassaru Cave
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Dive Score Chart for Velassaru Cave
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.525233333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.02m, Wind 25.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 6.9081/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Velassaru Cave: 06:00
Sunset at Velassaru Cave: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Velassaru Cave 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: 7.5/10
Waves: 1.02m (5.9s), Wind: 25.7 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.1m, Wind: 28.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Velassaru CaveAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Velassaru Cave
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 Velassaru Cave
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 Velassaru Cave
January
Score: 9.6
February
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Velassaru Cave
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
11.8m / 38.7ft
March
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
March
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Velassaru Cave
Velassaru Cave shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (28.1°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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 10, 2026
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