Hausriff Cres
Divers can expect to encounter a diverse array of marine life including monkfish, golden oarfish, bream, scorpion fish, petrale, herring king, lobster, gurnard, octopus, conger, and with a bit of luck, seahorses and rays.
The location of the house reef for Diving Cres, a renowned diving school, couldn't be more ideal. With the entrance to the water right in front of the base, divers can quickly and easily explore the captivating underwater world. Even in the shallower waters, there are plenty of different fish species to discover.
For training purposes, there are natural platforms at 5m for practicing buoyancy and sunken rings at 5-7m for additional buoyancy practice. Divers can venture deeper, up to 40m, along a beautifully vegetated rock formation adorned with numerous nooks and crannies. To spot hidden marine life and enhance diving success, it's recommended to bring along a dive lamp, which can be rented on-site if needed.
Don't miss the opportunity to experience a night dive at the house reef. Under the cover of darkness, nocturnal creatures such as octopus, conger, cuttlefish, and various crabs reveal themselves, creating an unforgettable diving experience.
The dive site offers a visibility of 13m, with a maximum depth of 14m. It caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located in Lungomare, Stara Gavza, Grad Cres, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, 51557, Croatia, this diving spot in Croatia provides easy access for divers seeking an extraordinary underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Hausriff Cres
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hausriff Cres
Depth
14m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Hausriff Cres
Wave Height
0.06m
Wind Speed
6.2 m/s
Water Temp
23°C
Visibility
38.54km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2s
Air Temperature
21.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Hausriff Cres
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.502982456140352/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.04m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.699914529914532/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Hausriff Cres 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.
Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.04m (1.9s), Wind: 1.1 m/s
Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.04m, Wind: 3.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hausriff CresAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hausriff Cres
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 Hausriff Cres
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hausriff Cres
Ideal Conditions for Hausriff Cres
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
July
Visibility
12.3m / 40.4ft
February
Wave Height
1.5m / 4.9ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hausriff Cres
Hausriff Cres shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (4.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 5, 2026