Maha Gala
Protected Area
Muthurajawela
Why dive here
With 89+ marine species recorded in the area - including whitetip reef sharks, lionfish and napoleon wrasse - Maha Gala offers some of Kalpitiya & Northwest's richest diving. Water ranges 28-31°C, warmest March, April, May.
Maha Gala, off Kalpitiya, offers a straightforward dive with a good chance of spotting various reef fish. We've often seen snappers and fusiliers moving through the coral patches here. It’s a solid choice for a second dive of the day, or for divers who appreciate a relaxed pace without strong currents. Expect decent visibility, though it can drop after heavy rains.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Maha Gala
Maha Gala Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Maha Gala, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (8.32, 79.69) (59km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
84°F · Range: 28.4–29.9°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
8.33 m/s
16.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1009.3 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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