Baa Atoll, Maldives
    Lh. Vavvaraai, Dhan'difalhu Finolhaai,Kan'duolhi Sarahahdhu

    The Maldives Northern Atolls Diving Season

    Best months: Jul–Nov

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    Lh. Vavvaraai, Dhan'difalhu Finolhaai,Kan'duolhi Sarahahdhu

    Why dive here

    The Maldives Northern Atolls Diving Season is a dive where divers can encounter blue sharks, sea turtles and spinner dolphins. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest March, April, May.

    Best timeJul–Nov
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles and Spinner Dolphins
    Water29-31°C · warmest March, April, May

    Diving in the Northern Atolls, particularly around Baa, during the Northeast Monsoon from December to April often delivers calm seas and reliable visibility. We've found September to November can also throw up some stellar conditions, sometimes with fewer boats around too. Expect schooling reef fish, inquisitive reef sharks cruising the channels, and manta rays at cleaning stations if you’re lucky with the season. It’s a good pick for divers looking for consistent conditions and classic Maldivian encounters without the peak season crowds of the central atolls. Just remember, liveaboard schedules typically run from July through May, so plan accordingly.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for The Maldives Northern Atolls Diving Season

    The Maldives Northern Atolls Diving Season Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for The Maldives Northern Atolls Diving Season, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (5.8, 73.2) (7km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    85°F · Range: 28.5–30.5°C

    Current Speed

    14 cm/s

    Direction: E (90°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.155 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    35.33 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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