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Middle Finger

Discover the fascinating underwater world surrounding the scenic rock needle, located approximately 16 meters beneath the water's surface. This captivating dive site offers divers a breathtaking wall and a mesmerizing vista of the deep blue waters.

Explore the rock face and you'll encounter an array of marine life, including barracudas and lobsters. Keep an eye out for small schools of sea creatures seeking refuge in the shadow of the current.

Transitioning over the entrance, the terrain gradually becomes flatter until reaching the edge of the reef, which seamlessly transforms into a steep wall. Prepare to be awestruck as you peer into the seemingly endless expanse of blue, as the wall descends into the depths. The captivating view is sure to captivate your senses, providing a serene and tranquil experience as you float above the abyss.

As you navigate around the rock needle, take the opportunity to explore its crevices, where hidden sea creatures may be found. This dive site is a perfect option for a second dive of the day, with a maximum planned depth of 25 meters. Enjoy the peaceful conclusion of your day as you immerse yourself in the beauty of this underwater paradise.

Recommended for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers, this dive site in Malta offers a maximum visibility of 22 meters. Located in the charming town of Għajnsielem, in the picturesque Gozo Region, this captivating location is easily accessible for divers.

Diving Conditions Score for Middle Finger

7.5
Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Middle Finger

Depth

25m

Visibility

22m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Middle Finger

Wave Height

1.18m

Wind Speed

20.3 m/s

Water Temp

24.5°C

Visibility

35.16km

Cloud Cover

45%

Wave Period

5.9s

Air Temperature

26.4°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Middle Finger
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Dive Score Chart for Middle Finger

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.265799999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.16m, Wind 20 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.220933333333333/10.

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

Sunrise at Middle Finger: 06:00
Sunset at Middle Finger: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Middle Finger 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
17:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1.16m (5.9s), Wind: 20 m/s

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Best Night
23:00

Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 9.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Middle Finger
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Middle Finger

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 Middle Finger

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 Middle Finger

January
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.8

Ideal Conditions for Middle Finger

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.2°C / 79.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.4m / 40.7ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.9m / 6.2ft

October

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Middle Finger

Middle Finger shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°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). February 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 3, 2026

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