Le Colonne di Carloforte
Prepare to be amazed by the diverse array of nudibranchs, including the enchanting cratena peregrina, flabellina, vacchette di mare, doridi tricolore, and doride argo. Get up close with these colorful sea slugs alongside an abundance of small marine creatures, vibrant sponges, and parazoanthos. Noteworthy colonies of hervia, pink flabellina, and dotted sea slugs add to the charm of this underwater wonderland.
With visibility reaching up to 20 meters and a maximum depth of 16 meters, this dive site provides an ideal setting for underwater macro photography. Whether you're a seasoned diver or just starting out, this location caters to divers of all levels.
Immerse yourself in the underwater allure of this remarkable dive site, located near Le Colonne, SP103, Località Lucaise, U Pàize/Carloforte, Sulcis Iglesiente, Sardinia, Italy. Plan your dive adventure today and experience the breathtaking beauty that awaits beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Le Colonne di Carloforte
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Le Colonne di Carloforte
Depth
16m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Le Colonne di Carloforte
Wave Height
0.32m
Wind Speed
6.5 m/s
Water Temp
21°C
Visibility
32.4km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.65s
Air Temperature
23.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Le Colonne di Carloforte
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.74517006802721/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.3m, Wind 5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.381836734693877/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Le Colonne di Carloforte 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: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.3m (4.9s), Wind: 5 m/s
Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.48m (3.45s), Wind: 1.6 m/s
Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 4.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Le Colonne di CarloforteAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Le Colonne di Carloforte
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 Le Colonne di Carloforte
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Le Colonne di Carloforte
Ideal Conditions for Le Colonne di Carloforte
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
July
Visibility
15.2m / 49.9ft
December
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Le Colonne di Carloforte
Le Colonne di Carloforte shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.6°C) and January the coldest (7.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.1m 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