Why are there no waves in the Maldives?
There are waves to be found in the Maldives year round. April to October is well-known for consistent SE swells, however, there are still waves in the summer months. Breaks like Cokes continue to focus the available swells into smaller, user-friendly waves peeling down the perfectly formed reefs.
Can you surf Maldives in January?
“Off-season” – December, January & February However, maximum swell exposure and breaks offshore in the short lived NE trades means the Southern Atolls can pump regardless. Seasonal data shows consistent long and mid period swells in the 4 foot range. Plenty to keep things interesting on the exposed reef passes.
Why is the Maldives water so clear?
The water looks clearer in the Maldives for two reasons: firstly because it’s away from major polluting sources and (most importantly), it’s relatively shallow near islands and there’s a lot of white sand and brilliant sunshine. This makes it easy to see the clarity of the water.
Does the Maldives have surf?
Surfing in the Maldives is tempered by the North-East and South-West monsoons. During the North-East monsoon (from March until April), conditions are optimal in the Southern Atolls. From May to October, during the South-West monsoon, the best surfing area is in the Northern atolls or the Central atolls.
What is shoulder surf season?
The month of October, what we call shoulder season, is considered one of our favourite months. With medium sized swells together with light winds and less boats sailing around, its guarantee to score great waves during the trips.
Are there shark attacks in the Maldives?
Most sharks in Maldivian waters are not dangerous. In fact, there have been no reported shark attacks on humans in the Maldives — ever. Most of the sharks that can be found in the Maldives are mostly non-aggressive species.