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Baba Reef

After a powerful storm in Hvar, a magnificent pine tree became lodged on the reef at a depth of 5-10 meters. This unique occurrence has created an extraordinary habitat as the local marine wildlife make use of the tree's branches for shelter.

Exploring the area, divers often encounter multiple octopuses concealed beneath the rocks, while the ghost tree's branches provide a welcoming home for a variety of scorpionfish. If fortunate, divers may even catch a glimpse of the elusive seahorse.

Situated beneath the renowned lighthouse of Pakleni Islands, Baba Reef showcases a remarkable drop-off that descends to a maximum depth of 40 meters. The convenience of anchoring the boat in shallow waters allows for easy access via a giant stride entry, accommodating divers of all levels. A short 25-minute boat ride from the dive center, this captivating dive site is a haven for both beginner and experienced divers alike. With an average dive duration of 40-50 minutes, there is ample time to explore the abundant marine life in this captivating underwater realm.

Noteworthy data about the dive site includes a visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters. As one of the popular dive locations in Croatia, Baba Reef is located near Steakhouse, Sirena, Uleni bok, Hvar, Grad Hvar, Split-Dalmatia County, 21450, Croatia. Discover the wonders of this enchanting underwater paradise and create unforgettable diving experiences.

Diving Conditions Score for Baba Reef

9.3
Excellent

Excellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Baba Reef

Depth

19m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Baba Reef

Wave Height

0.16m

Wind Speed

2.7 m/s

Water Temp

25.5°C

Visibility

13.2km

Cloud Cover

73%

Wave Period

2.9s

Air Temperature

25.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Baba Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Baba Reef

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.650874509803922/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 1.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 9.00285751633987/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

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

Optimal diving conditions at Baba 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
8:00

Score: 9.7/10
Waves: 0.12m (2.55s), Wind: 1.3 m/s

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Safest Overall
7:00

Score: 9.7/10
Waves: 0.14m (2.5s), Wind: 1.3 m/s

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Best Night
2:00

Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 1.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Baba Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Baba 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 Baba Reef

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.9/10

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

Best Months for Baba Reef

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8

Ideal Conditions for Baba Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.3°C / 75.7°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 Baba Reef

Baba Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.3°C) and December the coldest (20.3°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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