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Malibu Bay

Discover the captivating beauty of a steep wall in the 1st bay, extending towards the lighthouse on the north side. As you descend, you'll encounter a breathtaking overgrown wall teeming with an abundance of fish, scorpionfish, and occasional sightings of the elusive conger eel. With a maximum depth of approximately 40m, this dive site offers an immersive experience like no other.

Prepare to be amazed by the diverse marine life that awaits you underwater. Encounter schools of small fishes, vibrant nudibranchs, cunning scorpionfish, and the occasional appearance of graceful conger eels. Keep your eyes peeled, as octopuses are a common sight in this area.

Located in the Primorje-Gorski Kotar County of Croatia, our dive site offers excellent visibility of up to 17m. Whether you're a beginner, advanced, or expert diver, this underwater paradise caters to divers of all skill levels. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the Croatian waters and create unforgettable memories at this captivating dive site.

Diving Conditions Score for Malibu Bay

8.6
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Malibu Bay

Depth

25m

Visibility

17m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Malibu Bay

Wave Height

0.24m

Wind Speed

9.2 m/s

Water Temp

24.8°C

Visibility

35.1km

Cloud Cover

75%

Wave Period

2.25s

Air Temperature

25.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Malibu Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Malibu Bay

Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.911044444444444/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 2.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 8.798771929824563/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Malibu Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Malibu Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Malibu 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.

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Best Overall
8:00

Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.32m (2.4s), Wind: 2.9 m/s

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Best Night
21:00

Score: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.14m, Wind: 1.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Malibu Bay
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Malibu 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 Malibu Bay

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Malibu Bay

January
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Malibu Bay

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.2°C / 81.0°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.3m / 40.4ft

February

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.5m / 4.9ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Malibu Bay

Malibu Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.2°C) and January the coldest (4.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 24, 2026

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