Anchor Reef
When diving at Anchor Reef, keep an eye out for a variety of marine life, including colorful damselfish, energetic sardines, elusive octopus, majestic rockfish, mysterious moray eels, and graceful starfish. Additionally, you may encounter schools of sea breams gracefully navigating the depths of the wall. This abundance of marine biodiversity ensures a memorable dive experience for all.
Situated in Malta, the diving conditions at Anchor Reef are further enhanced by excellent visibility reaching up to 22m and a maximum depth of 22m. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site caters to divers of all levels, making it an ideal destination for underwater exploration.
Close to Anchor Reef, you will find the Xwejni Salt Pans, located at Triq ix-Xwejni, Il-Qbajjar, Marsalforn, Żebbuġ, Gozo Region, Malta. This convenient proximity allows divers to conveniently explore the mesmerizing underwater world of Anchor Reef while also appreciating the picturesque surroundings.
Don't miss the opportunity to discover the wonders of Anchor Reef, a remarkable dive site that offers a blend of thrilling underwater landscapes, vibrant marine life, and excellent diving conditions. Plan your dive at Anchor Reef and prepare for an unforgettable adventure beneath the waves.
Diving Conditions Score for Anchor Reef
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Anchor Reef
Depth
22m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Anchor Reef
Wave Height
0.08m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
26.3°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Anchor Reef
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.68/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.08m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.18/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Anchor Reef 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: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.08m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Anchor ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Anchor Reef
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 Anchor Reef
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Anchor Reef
Ideal Conditions for Anchor Reef
Water Temp
23.6°C / 74.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Anchor Reef
Anchor Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.6°C) and December the coldest (19.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 22, 2026