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    Joy Island House Reef dive site
    reef
    11m
    Beginner
    North Malé Atoll, Maldives
    K.Huraa Kan'doo Faa Sarahahdhu

    Joy Island House Reef

    Best months: Oct–Dec

    Protected Area

    K.Huraa Kan'doo Faa Sarahahdhu

    Why dive here

    With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Joy Island House Reef offers some of North Malé Atoll's richest reef diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.

    Best timeOct–Dec
    WetsuitNo wetsuit needed, or a rash guard
    Marine lifeBlue Sharks, Sea Turtles, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks · 95+ species recorded
    Water29-31°C · warmest April, May, July
    CharacterReef dive · max 11m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Joy Island House Reef is a gentle introduction to Maldivian diving, perfect for beginners or those getting back in the water. The reef averages 11m, making it an easy, relaxed swim. We've seen reef sharks cruise by, along with turtles and plenty of colorful reef fish. It’s a good spot for a slow, easy dive right off the beach.

    Typical Joy Island House Reef Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m11m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Joy Island House Reef

    Joy Island House Reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Joy Island House Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (4.43, 73.52) (4km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    29°C

    85°F · Range: 27.9–31.2°C

    Current Speed

    9 cm/s

    Direction: E (90°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.226 mg/m³

    Clear water

    Salinity

    35.26 PSU

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

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