India

Malvan

Malvan - photo 1

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Malvan sits on the Konkan Coast in western India, with access to the Arabian Sea. While the town itself is not a major diving hub, it serves as a gateway to nearby coastal dive sites and freshwater options in the broader Konkan region. With a single local dive center and limited on-site dive sites, diving here is more about access to day trips, snorkeling tourism, and coastal exploration, rather than a high-concentration dive destination. Expect warm, tropical seawater conditions, generally calm days suitable for beginners on nearby shallow reefs or wrecks further afield, and typical monsoon-season variability. If you’re planning a dive-focused trip, be mindful of seasonal weather patterns and permits for coastal trips.

Essential information for traveling in India

About India

Sea
Bay of Bengal, Arabian Sea, Andaman Sea, Laccad...
Timezone
Asia/Kolkata
Languages
HI EN
Demonym
Indian
Phone prefix
+91

Practicalities

Currency
INR
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type D
Airports
DEL BOM COK GOI HYD

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Malvan

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Malvan

The best time to dive in Malvan

The best months to dive in Malvan are from Febuary to March. Temperatures are confortable (27-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
26 °C 28 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
27 °C 29 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
29 °C 30 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
29 °C 31 °C 8/10
05 - May
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
27 °C 29 °C 4/10
07 - Jul.
26 °C 28 °C 4/10
08 - Aug.
25 °C 27 °C 4/10
09 - Sept.
26 °C 27 °C 4/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 28 °C 4/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 28 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
25 °C 27 °C 8/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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