Il Corno
Prepare to be mesmerized by the colorful walls adorned with sponges, nudibranchs, parazoanthus, and corals, such as the white gorgonian. As you explore the depths, you can expect thrilling encounters with barracudas and amberjacks. Keep an eye out for groupers and lobsters hiding within the endless grooves of the reef.
Descend down the volcanic rock walls, ranging from just a few meters to approximately 38-40 meters, and eventually reach the sandy bottom. Dive along one of the many parallel gullies, created by the emerged rock, and discover a series of large boulders that form entertaining passages. Please note that the presence of a current may add an exciting challenge to your dive. However, it also ensures the abundance of diverse fish species, making this experience truly sensational! Don't forget to explore the captivating micro fauna, including the magnificent walls adorned with parazoanthus and vibrantly colored sponges, creating an ideal setting for environmental and macro photography.
With a visibility of 26 meters and a maximum depth of 24 meters, "Il Corno" promises an immersive and unforgettable dive for divers of all levels. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the underwater world and make lasting memories at this enchanting dive site, conveniently located in Italy.
Diving Conditions Score for Il Corno
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Il Corno
Depth
24m
Visibility
26m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Il Corno
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
20.1 m/s
Water Temp
21.3°C
Visibility
32.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.5s
Air Temperature
29.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Il Corno
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.502356902356903/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.107246376811593/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Il Corno 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: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.32m (4.95s), Wind: 5 m/s
Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.5m (3.5s), Wind: 1.8 m/s
Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Il CornoAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Il Corno
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 Il Corno
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Il Corno
Ideal Conditions for Il Corno
Water Temp
25.5°C / 77.9°F
July
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Il Corno
Il Corno shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.5°C) and January the coldest (9.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December 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 December to February, 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 14, 2026