Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
Located just a few hundred meters from the port of Isola delle Femmine in Italy, divers can explore the fascinating wreckage of the German Junkers 52 aircraft. This aircraft, which was shot down in April 1943, now rests at a depth of 46 meters on the sandy bottom of the sea.
Diving into this site offers a breathtaking marine oasis, teeming with diverse marine life. The wreckage is home to a variety of captivating creatures, including large conger eels, moray eels, impressive groupers, croakers, vibrant sponges, and beautiful yellow gorgonians. With a visibility of 20 meters and a maximum depth of 44 meters, divers are treated to a mesmerizing underwater experience.
It's worth noting that this dive site requires advanced diving skills. The dive itself is square-shaped, allowing for varying bottom times ranging from 15 to 25 minutes. Divers should ensure they possess an Extended Range certification due to the mandatory decompression management required for this dive.
If you're seeking an extraordinary diving adventure in Isola delle Femmine, Palermo, Sicily, make sure to visit this remarkable wreckage site located in Via Ustica. Prepare to be amazed by the captivating marine life and the rich historical significance of this underwater treasure.
Diving into this site offers a breathtaking marine oasis, teeming with diverse marine life. The wreckage is home to a variety of captivating creatures, including large conger eels, moray eels, impressive groupers, croakers, vibrant sponges, and beautiful yellow gorgonians. With a visibility of 20 meters and a maximum depth of 44 meters, divers are treated to a mesmerizing underwater experience.
It's worth noting that this dive site requires advanced diving skills. The dive itself is square-shaped, allowing for varying bottom times ranging from 15 to 25 minutes. Divers should ensure they possess an Extended Range certification due to the mandatory decompression management required for this dive.
If you're seeking an extraordinary diving adventure in Isola delle Femmine, Palermo, Sicily, make sure to visit this remarkable wreckage site located in Via Ustica. Prepare to be amazed by the captivating marine life and the rich historical significance of this underwater treasure.
Diving Conditions Score for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
8.1
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
Depth
44m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.12m
Wind Speed
11 m/s
Water Temp
25.4°C
Visibility
40.66km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
2.9s
Air Temperature
30.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.055551598173516/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 3.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 8.431290322580645/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck) 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
6:00Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.1m (3.65s), Wind: 3.6 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.08m, Wind: 5.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
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 Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
January
Score: 8.9
December
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
Water Temp
27.5°C / 81.5°F
July
Visibility
18.3m / 60.0ft
December
Wave Height
0.4m / 1.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck)
Junkers Ju-52 (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.5°C) and January the coldest (7.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.4m 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). February 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 19, 2026
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