Morcone Bay
Located directly on the beautiful Morcone beach, there is a small cove that serves as the perfect introduction to the underwater world of Elba for beginner divers. With easy access from the beach, divers can effortlessly enter the water and begin their dive adventure. The depth of the cove ranges from 2m to 10m, providing an ideal environment for beginners to explore.
This dive site is home to a diverse range of marine life, including fascinating creatures such as octopuses, blennies, starfish, and barracudas. Excitingly, a turtle has also taken up residence in the cove since 2021, adding an extra element of wonder to the diving experience.
Situated in Italy, this dive site offers favorable conditions for underwater exploration. With a visibility of 14m and a maximum depth of 6m, divers can expect clear waters and ample opportunities to observe the underwater marvels. This site is particularly recommended for beginner divers, providing a safe and rewarding experience for those new to the sport.
If you're looking for convenient accommodations, the Mandel Diving Center is located nearby on Strada di Punta Morcone, Morcone, Capoliveri, Livorno, Tuscany, Italy. Plan your diving adventure at this remarkable dive site and discover the underwater treasures that await you.
This dive site is home to a diverse range of marine life, including fascinating creatures such as octopuses, blennies, starfish, and barracudas. Excitingly, a turtle has also taken up residence in the cove since 2021, adding an extra element of wonder to the diving experience.
Situated in Italy, this dive site offers favorable conditions for underwater exploration. With a visibility of 14m and a maximum depth of 6m, divers can expect clear waters and ample opportunities to observe the underwater marvels. This site is particularly recommended for beginner divers, providing a safe and rewarding experience for those new to the sport.
If you're looking for convenient accommodations, the Mandel Diving Center is located nearby on Strada di Punta Morcone, Morcone, Capoliveri, Livorno, Tuscany, Italy. Plan your diving adventure at this remarkable dive site and discover the underwater treasures that await you.
Diving Conditions Score for Morcone Bay
8.6
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Morcone Bay
Depth
6m
Visibility
14m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Morcone Bay
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
11.7 m/s
Water Temp
25.3°C
Visibility
36.28km
Cloud Cover
28%
Wave Period
2.4s
Air Temperature
29°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Morcone Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Morcone Bay
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.95290780141844/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 6.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.122433333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Morcone Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Morcone Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Morcone 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.
Best Overall
9:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.12m (2.35s), Wind: 6.2 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.18m, Wind: 8.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Morcone BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Morcone 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 Morcone Bay
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Morcone Bay
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8
Ideal Conditions for Morcone Bay
Water Temp
24.3°C / 75.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Morcone Bay
Morcone Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.3°C) and December the coldest (20.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 22, 2026
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