Ahrax Inland Sea
Discover the awe-inspiring Ahrax Dive Site, located northeast of the main island of Malta. This remarkable dive location boasts a mesmerizing rock canyon, offering divers a memorable experience. With a maximum depth of 21 meters and excellent visibility of up to 20 meters, this site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
One of the highlights at Ahrax is the access to a closed cave submerged at a depth of 9 meters. This underwater cave leads divers into a breathtaking Inland Sea, where they can witness a captivating play of light. As you explore the vibrant underwater environment, keep an eye out for a diverse range of marine life. At certain times of the year, you may encounter Mediterranean sea bream, stingrays, moray eels, lumpfish, and even bear crabs.
To access Ahrax Dive Site, you'll need to reach Ahrax fallen cave, located at Triq Dahlet Ix-Xmajjar, Mellieha, Northern Region, MLH02, Malta. Since the dive site can only be reached by boat, make sure to plan your journey accordingly.
Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at Ahrax Dive Site. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced diver, this captivating location is sure to leave you in awe of Malta's magnificent underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for Ahrax Inland Sea
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ahrax Inland Sea
Depth
18m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ahrax Inland Sea
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
8 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
37.74km
Cloud Cover
43%
Wave Period
4.75s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ahrax Inland Sea
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.506666666666668/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 0.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.954419865319865/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ahrax Inland Sea are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.1m (5s), Wind: 0.8 m/s
Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 1.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ahrax Inland SeaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ahrax Inland Sea
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Ahrax Inland Sea
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ahrax Inland Sea
Ideal Conditions for Ahrax Inland Sea
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
July
Visibility
12.8m / 42.0ft
October
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ahrax Inland Sea
Ahrax Inland Sea shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). February is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during October to December, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026