Garden
Located opposite Lumbarda, this dive site in Croatia offers a captivating underwater experience. At a depth of approximately 30m, a fascinating step descends, transforming into a sprawling plateau at 45m. The site resembles a meticulously maintained garden, adorned with a dense population of fan corals in vibrant red and color-changing hues, along with the presence of Savalia corals.
Prepare to be enchanted by the sight of exquisitely colored fan corals flourishing at this site. To truly immerse yourself in the overwhelming beauty of the underwater scenery, consider embarking on a technical dive. These mesmerizing fan corals can be found at greater depths, rewarding advanced and expert divers with an unforgettable spectacle.
With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 19m, this dive site guarantees an optimal diving experience. Situated in the Šibenik-Knin County of Croatia, it offers convenient proximity to Murter, being only 12 NM away.
Discover the hidden treasures of this dive site and embark on an awe-inspiring adventure beneath the pristine waters of Croatia.
Prepare to be enchanted by the sight of exquisitely colored fan corals flourishing at this site. To truly immerse yourself in the overwhelming beauty of the underwater scenery, consider embarking on a technical dive. These mesmerizing fan corals can be found at greater depths, rewarding advanced and expert divers with an unforgettable spectacle.
With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 19m, this dive site guarantees an optimal diving experience. Situated in the Šibenik-Knin County of Croatia, it offers convenient proximity to Murter, being only 12 NM away.
Discover the hidden treasures of this dive site and embark on an awe-inspiring adventure beneath the pristine waters of Croatia.
Diving Conditions Score for Garden
8.6
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Garden
Depth
19m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Garden
Wave Height
0.04m
Wind Speed
9.7 m/s
Water Temp
24.9°C
Visibility
37.76km
Cloud Cover
10%
Wave Period
2.4s
Air Temperature
24.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Garden
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Dive Score Chart for Garden
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.524814814814814/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.04m, Wind 1.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.71872222222222/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Garden: 06:00
Sunset at Garden: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Garden 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
8:00Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.04m (2.25s), Wind: 1.9 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 1.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for GardenAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Garden
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 Garden
Winter
Avg. Score: 7.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Garden
January
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.7
Ideal Conditions for Garden
Water Temp
24.9°C / 76.8°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Garden
Garden shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (24.9°C) and January the coldest (6.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.2m 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 - Jul 7, 2026
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