Hondoq Bay
Hondoq Bay, located on the southeast of Gozo in Malta, is a perfect spot for courses and introduction dives. It is particularly suitable for inexperienced divers. The bay offers a shallow diving experience with depths ranging from 5 to 12m.
Exploring the sandy bottom of Hondoq Bay reveals a hidden world of marine life. From octopuses and cuttlefish to lizardfish, flatfish, and even flying gurnards, there is a diverse array of creatures to discover. In the shallows, you can also spot small crabs and blennies.
With excellent visibility up to 18m and a maximum depth of 11m, Hondoq Bay provides an immersive underwater experience for both beginner and advanced divers. Its convenient location at Ħondoq Bay, Triq Ħondoq Ir-Rummien, Qala, Gozo Region, QLA 1930, Malta makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts.
Come and explore the wonders of Hondoq Bay - an idyllic dive site in the crystal-clear waters of Gozo, Malta.
Exploring the sandy bottom of Hondoq Bay reveals a hidden world of marine life. From octopuses and cuttlefish to lizardfish, flatfish, and even flying gurnards, there is a diverse array of creatures to discover. In the shallows, you can also spot small crabs and blennies.
With excellent visibility up to 18m and a maximum depth of 11m, Hondoq Bay provides an immersive underwater experience for both beginner and advanced divers. Its convenient location at Ħondoq Bay, Triq Ħondoq Ir-Rummien, Qala, Gozo Region, QLA 1930, Malta makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts.
Come and explore the wonders of Hondoq Bay - an idyllic dive site in the crystal-clear waters of Gozo, Malta.
Diving Conditions Score for Hondoq Bay
9.5
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Hondoq Bay
Depth
11m
Visibility
18m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Hondoq Bay
Wave Height
0.08m
Wind Speed
4.7 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
18.88km
Cloud Cover
11%
Wave Period
4.3s
Air Temperature
25.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Hondoq Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Hondoq Bay
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.050470175438596/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.06m, Wind 11 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 9.08273565891473/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Hondoq Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Hondoq Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Hondoq Bay 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
0:00Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.08m (4.3s), Wind: 4.7 m/s
Safest Overall
7:00Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.06m (3.8s), Wind: 11 m/s
Best Day
7:00Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.06m, Wind: 11 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Hondoq BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Hondoq Bay
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 Hondoq Bay
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 Hondoq Bay
January
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Hondoq Bay
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 Hondoq Bay
Hondoq Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.7°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 23, 2026
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