Cristo degli Abissi
The dive site is situated on the northern edge of Priola, Italy, within a natural amphitheater at a depth of approximately 30 meters. One of the captivating features of this location is the presence of a Christ statue, adding to the enchanting scenery. Divers can expect to encounter groupers, ravens, and large breams in the area.
Grosse Cernie, Corvine, and Saraghi serve as the backdrop for this dive site. Additionally, divers will come across large sponges, yellow gorgonians, and nudibranchs, making it a perfect spot for macro photography.
With a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 25 meters, this dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers. Located in Addaura, VII Circoscrizione, Palermo, Sicily, it offers divers a fantastic underwater experience in Italy.
Grosse Cernie, Corvine, and Saraghi serve as the backdrop for this dive site. Additionally, divers will come across large sponges, yellow gorgonians, and nudibranchs, making it a perfect spot for macro photography.
With a visibility of 13 meters and a maximum depth of 25 meters, this dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers. Located in Addaura, VII Circoscrizione, Palermo, Sicily, it offers divers a fantastic underwater experience in Italy.
Diving Conditions Score for Cristo degli Abissi
9.4
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cristo degli Abissi
Depth
25m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Cristo degli Abissi
Wave Height
0.04m
Wind Speed
5.1 m/s
Water Temp
25.5°C
Visibility
38.42km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.5s
Air Temperature
24.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cristo degli Abissi
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Dive Score Chart for Cristo degli Abissi
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.846491919191921/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.04m, Wind 1.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 9.234554545454545/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cristo degli Abissi: 06:00
Sunset at Cristo degli Abissi: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cristo degli Abissi 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
6:00Score: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.04m (3.3s), Wind: 1.3 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.06m, Wind: 2.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cristo degli AbissiAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cristo degli Abissi
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 Cristo degli Abissi
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cristo degli Abissi
January
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for Cristo degli Abissi
Water Temp
27.5°C / 81.5°F
July
Visibility
18.3m / 60.0ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cristo degli Abissi
Cristo degli Abissi shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (7.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.4m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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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