Dhinasha is the 5^th nakaiy of the Iruvai monsoon. North-easterly winds, moderate seas and plenty of sunshine.

Fishing is good during this period.  

WEATHER

Generally fine weather in northern part of the country, with scattered showers and few thunderstorms in central and southern atolls. 16 days of showers are expected during the month of February, with average temperature being at 25 degrees Celsius. Expect to get around 8 hours of sunshine on average every day. Not bad for a full day fishing trip. For this month fishing arsenal, be sure to pack a rain coat with your sun screen – just for good measure.

WIND

In Dhinasha winds are expected to be at an average speed of 12 mph. Seas are expected to be slight becoming moderate during showers. Winds are expected to be from north-west at a rate of 7 to 14 mph in southern most atolls and north-easterly winds from 5 to 14 mph elsewhere. You can expect the ride to be a bit bumpy at times but overall to be smooth.

FISHING

Fishing is good during this period. Fishing is best on the 1^st, 2^nd, 9^th, 10^th and 11^th of February. As such 5 days in this nakaiy are major days for fishing.

Early morning trolling for Wahoo and game fishing for Marlin is excellent during this season.

Highly recommend night fishing during this nakaiay weekends. Red Snappers beware!

TOP-CATCH

Marlin and Wahoo are frequent catches during game fishing this season.

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