Vilingili Kandu
This is a long dive site located in the northeast corner of an atoll in the Maldives. It offers an exhilarating experience with strong currents and rough seas during inclement weather. Divers can expect encounters with a variety of large fish species.
The channel at this dive site is known for abundant sightings of grey reef sharks and silvertip sharks swimming in schools. It's a protected area that attracts advanced divers seeking the thrill of observing hundreds of these magnificent sharks together. By using nitrox for diving, divers can extend their bottom times to spend more unhurried moments with the sharks.
With excellent visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 31 meters, this advanced-level dive site near Villingili, Gaafu Alif, 16030, Maldives promises a truly unforgettable underwater adventure.
The channel at this dive site is known for abundant sightings of grey reef sharks and silvertip sharks swimming in schools. It's a protected area that attracts advanced divers seeking the thrill of observing hundreds of these magnificent sharks together. By using nitrox for diving, divers can extend their bottom times to spend more unhurried moments with the sharks.
With excellent visibility of 23 meters and a maximum depth of 31 meters, this advanced-level dive site near Villingili, Gaafu Alif, 16030, Maldives promises a truly unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Vilingili Kandu
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Vilingili Kandu
Depth
31m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Vilingili Kandu
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
2.3 m/s
Water Temp
30°C
Visibility
46.74km
Cloud Cover
59%
Wave Period
9.45s
Air Temperature
28.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Vilingili Kandu
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Dive Score Chart for Vilingili Kandu
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.287696825396825/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 1.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.766296825396825/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Vilingili Kandu: 06:00
Sunset at Vilingili Kandu: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Vilingili 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.
Best Overall
8:00Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.72m (9.45s), Wind: 1.5 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 1.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Vilingili KanduAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Vilingili 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 Vilingili Kandu
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 Vilingili Kandu
February
Score: 9.7
January
Score: 9.6
March
Score: 9.5
Ideal Conditions for Vilingili Kandu
Water Temp
27.3°C / 81.1°F
July
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
June
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
April
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Vilingili Kandu
Vilingili Kandu shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (28.6°C) and December the coldest (23.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in April with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in April 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 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during April to June, 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 23, 2026
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