Contrà Pria-Arsiero
Located in Localita Arsiero, Italy, the Astico river has formed three captivating canyons along the Contrà Pria. These canyons offer an exciting diving experience with a maximum depth of 9 meters. Over the years, the walls of the canyons have been beautifully shaped by the river's erosive forces.
Divers exploring this site will be delighted by the abundant local fauna. The Astico river is home to a variety of aquatic species including graylings, salmon, trout, and the locally known "cottus gobio" or Marsoni. With a visibility of 8 meters, divers will have the opportunity to closely observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat.
Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site is suitable for all skill levels. Its accessibility and intriguing underwater landscape make it an ideal destination for divers seeking adventure and exploration. Located in Contrà Pria, Arsiero, Vicenza, Veneto, Italy, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience for divers from all around the world.
Divers exploring this site will be delighted by the abundant local fauna. The Astico river is home to a variety of aquatic species including graylings, salmon, trout, and the locally known "cottus gobio" or Marsoni. With a visibility of 8 meters, divers will have the opportunity to closely observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat.
Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this dive site is suitable for all skill levels. Its accessibility and intriguing underwater landscape make it an ideal destination for divers seeking adventure and exploration. Located in Contrà Pria, Arsiero, Vicenza, Veneto, Italy, this dive site offers an unforgettable experience for divers from all around the world.
Diving Conditions Score for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
6.3
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
Depth
9m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
8.4 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
38.24km
Cloud Cover
31%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
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Dive Score Chart for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.888033333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 2.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 7.3385333333333325/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Contrà Pria-Arsiero: 06:00
Sunset at Contrà Pria-Arsiero: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Contrà Pria-Arsiero 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.
Best Overall
7:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 2.9 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 2.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Contrà Pria-ArsieroAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Contrà Pria-Arsiero
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 Contrà Pria-Arsiero
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
January
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
July
Visibility
19.8m / 65.0ft
November
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Contrà Pria-Arsiero
Contrà Pria-Arsiero shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.3°C) and January the coldest (0.5°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 23, 2026
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