Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
Located right in front of our Dive Shop, Marsalforn Bay is the perfect spot for divers of all levels. With a maximum depth of 11m and stunning visibility of 17m, this shallow bay offers ideal conditions for training and night dives.
Underwater, you'll discover a fascinating world filled with fields of Posidonia sea grass and a sandy bottom, home to a variety of sea creatures. Keep your eyes peeled for flying gurnards, octopus, sole fish, lizardfish, mullets, and pipe fish during your dives.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Marsalforn Bay in Malta is a must-visit dive site. Plan your trip to Triq Il-Port, Il-Qbajjar, Marsalforn, Żebbuġ, Gozo Region, MFN 1211, Malta, and get ready to explore the wonders that lie beneath the surface.
Underwater, you'll discover a fascinating world filled with fields of Posidonia sea grass and a sandy bottom, home to a variety of sea creatures. Keep your eyes peeled for flying gurnards, octopus, sole fish, lizardfish, mullets, and pipe fish during your dives.
Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Marsalforn Bay in Malta is a must-visit dive site. Plan your trip to Triq Il-Port, Il-Qbajjar, Marsalforn, Żebbuġ, Gozo Region, MFN 1211, Malta, and get ready to explore the wonders that lie beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
9.5
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
Depth
11m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
Wave Height
0.26m
Wind Speed
4.3 m/s
Water Temp
25.5°C
Visibility
19.38km
Cloud Cover
22%
Wave Period
4.1s
Air Temperature
27.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
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Dive Score Chart for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 9.488995983935745/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.26m, Wind 4.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 9.3440350877193/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn): 06:00
Sunset at Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn) 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
13:00Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.26m (4.15s), Wind: 4.6 m/s
Safest Overall
16:00Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.26m (4.05s), Wind: 4 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.22m, Wind: 0.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
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 Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
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 Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
January
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
July
Visibility
12.7m / 41.7ft
October
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn)
Marsalforn Bay (Il-Bajja ta’ Marsalforn) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.3°C) and January the coldest (9.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.9m 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). January 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 17, 2026
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