Makunudu Faru
Protected Area
K.Makunudhoo Kan'duolhi
Why dive here
With 95+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, sea turtles, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Makunudu Faru offers some of North Malé Atoll's richest diving. Water ranges 29-31°C, warmest April, May, July.
Makunudu Faru offers a relaxed dive in North Malé Atoll, perfect for a gentle afternoon. We often find reef sharks patrolling the outer edge and plenty of schooling fusiliers further in. It’s a good spot for newer divers or those looking for a chilled-out second dive of the day, with steady currents and decent visibility.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Makunudu Faru
Makunudu Faru Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Makunudu Faru, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (4.43, 73.52) (4km away)
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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