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Anchor Reef

Anchor Reef, located in the north near Xwejni Bay, is an exceptional dive site that offers a captivating experience for divers. Combining stunning wall diving with shallow rock formations adorned with intricate holes and overhangs, this site is an ideal choice for both beginners and more experienced divers. With depths ranging from 5m to over 30m, Anchor Reef provides a diverse range of exploration opportunities.

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

8.4
Very Good

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

beginner
advanced

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

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Anchor Reef
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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.

Sunrise at Anchor Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Anchor Reef: 18:00

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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.08m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Anchor Reef
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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

Avg. Score: 9.8/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Anchor Reef

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.8
December
Score: 9.7

Ideal Conditions for Anchor Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.6°C / 74.5°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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