India

Panalyur

Panalyur is a coastal town in Tamil Nadu, India, near the Laccadive Sea in the Indian Ocean. With several nearby dive sites and a small local diving scene, it serves as a gateway for divers exploring the eastern coastline. Access typically involves day trips or short boat runs from regional centers along Tamil Nadu’s coast. The area offers straightforward conditions suitable for entry-level to intermediate divers, often featuring reef neighborhoods and underwater slopes. While not a major international hub, Panalyur provides practical access to nearby dive sites and diving services in the broader Tamil Nadu coast.

Essential information for traveling in India

About India

Sea
Andaman Sea, Bay of Bengal, Laccadive Sea, Arab...
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 Panalyur

Nearby Dive Sites (7)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Panalyur

The best time to dive in Panalyur

The best months to dive in Panalyur are from March to April. Temperatures are confortable (28-30°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
26 °C 27 °C 2/10
02 - Feb.
26 °C 28 °C 6/10
03 - Mar.
28 °C 30 °C 4/10
04 - Apr.
30 °C 32 °C 4/10
05 - May
31 °C 31 °C 4/10
06 - Jun.
31 °C 30 °C 3/10
07 - Jul.
30 °C 29 °C 3/10
08 - Aug.
30 °C 29 °C 3/10
09 - Sept.
30 °C 30 °C 3/10
10 - Oct.
28 °C 30 °C 0/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 29 °C 0/10
12 - Dec.
26 °C 27 °C 4/10

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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