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Crocodile Rock

Crocodile Rock, located in Dwejra south of the Blue Hole, is a popular boat dive site in Malta. This site offers a thrilling combination of a wall dive reaching depths of 30+ metres and a shallow plateau with a maximum depth of 7 metres, showcasing a stunning reef. The diverse marine life found here makes it suitable for divers of all levels, including those with less experience.

As you explore the wall, prepare to be amazed by the vibrant sponges, tube worms, wrasses, and scorpionfish that call this site their home. And if you venture above the plateau, you may have the opportunity to encounter schools of barracudas, adding an extra touch of excitement to your dive.

With excellent visibility of 21 metres and a maximum depth of 27 metres, Crocodile Rock provides an ideal setting for advanced divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure. Its close proximity to Coral Garden, located on Triq Wied Merill, Saint Lawrence in the Gozo Region, makes it a convenient choice for divers looking to explore multiple dive sites in the area.

Experience the wonders of Crocodile Rock and uncover the hidden treasures that await beneath the surface of the Maltese waters.

Diving Conditions Score for Crocodile Rock

9.1
Excellent

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

Dive Site Overview for Crocodile Rock

Depth

27m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Crocodile Rock

Wave Height

0.08m

Wind Speed

10.6 m/s

Water Temp

26.4°C

Visibility

22.56km

Cloud Cover

11%

Wave Period

3.6s

Air Temperature

26.9°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Crocodile Rock
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Dive Score Chart for Crocodile Rock

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.202202325581396/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.08m, Wind 7.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.996916479400749/10.

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

Sunrise at Crocodile Rock: 06:00
Sunset at Crocodile Rock: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Crocodile Rock 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: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.08m (4.3s), Wind: 7.3 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Crocodile Rock
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Crocodile Rock

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 Crocodile Rock

Winter

Avg. Score: 7.9/10

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

Best Months for Crocodile Rock

January
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Crocodile Rock

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.2°C / 79.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.4m / 40.7ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.9m / 6.2ft

October

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Crocodile Rock

Crocodile Rock shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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 October to December, 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 23, 2026

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