Hephaestus
Divers at this site can expect excellent visibility, reaching up to 20m, allowing for clear underwater views. The maximum depth of the dive is 40m, making it suitable for advanced and expert divers with proper training and experience.
Located in Malta, specifically at Xatt l-Ahmar Dive Site, Xatt l-Ahmar, Mġarr, Għajnsielem, Gozo Region, 1022, Malta, this dive spot offers a diverse array of marine life. Here, you can encounter an abundance of Mediterranean sea breams, stingrays, moray eels, grouper, common octopus, cuttlefish, red starfish, damsels, and various other vibrant reef fishes.
Don't miss your chance to explore the magnificent underwater world of the Hephaestus dive site in Malta. Book your dive today and experience the thrill of diving among a rich variety of marine species in this captivating location.
Diving Conditions Score for Hephaestus
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hephaestus
Depth
40m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Hephaestus
Wave Height
0.14m
Wind Speed
10.9 m/s
Water Temp
27.5°C
Visibility
29.1km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.5s
Air Temperature
28.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Hephaestus
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.460909090909091/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 2.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 9.161290322580644/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Hephaestus 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: 0.12m (3.3s), Wind: 2.1 m/s
Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 0.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for HephaestusAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hephaestus
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 Hephaestus
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Hephaestus
Ideal Conditions for Hephaestus
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
July
Visibility
12.8m / 42.0ft
October
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Hephaestus
Hephaestus shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.8m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 27, 2026