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MV Karwela (Wreck)

The MV Karwela wreck is a popular diving site on Gozo Island, Malta. This old German-built ferry was scuttled in 2006 specifically for divers to explore. With its easy and safe access, divers can enter and penetrate the wreck to discover its fascinating features. The wreck boasts a fantastic staircase and two decks to explore, including a dark engine room beneath. However, it's important to note that this dive site is recommended for experienced divers due to its depth, ranging from 32 to 40 meters.

While exploring around the MV Karwela wreck, divers can spot a variety of marine life. Keep an eye out for tiny purple flabellinas, giant scorpionfish, moray eels, and schools of damselfish. The visibility at this dive site is around 21 meters, and the maximum depth reaches 37 meters. Therefore, it's vital for divers to have advanced or expert-level skills to fully enjoy this underwater adventure.

If you're planning a diving trip to Malta, don't miss the opportunity to explore the MV Karwela wreck. It's located close to the Wreck of the Xlendi, Triq Ta' Brieghen, Mġarr, Għajnsielem, in the Gozo Region of Malta. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable diving experience surrounded by historical remnants and vibrant marine life.

Diving Conditions Score for MV Karwela (Wreck)

9.5
Excellent

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

Dive Site Overview for MV Karwela (Wreck)

Depth

37m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for MV Karwela (Wreck)

Wave Height

0.1m

Wind Speed

3.6 m/s

Water Temp

25.6°C

Visibility

15.24km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.6s

Air Temperature

24.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for MV Karwela (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for MV Karwela (Wreck)

Best time to dive: 12:00 with score 9.55361437908497/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 5.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 9.289879879879882/10.

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

Sunrise at MV Karwela (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at MV Karwela (Wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at MV Karwela (Wreck) 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
12:00

Score: 9.6/10
Waves: 0.1m (5.1s), Wind: 5.6 m/s

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Best Night
0:00

Score: 9.3/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 2.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for MV Karwela (Wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at MV Karwela (Wreck)

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 MV Karwela (Wreck)

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 MV Karwela (Wreck)

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

Ideal Conditions for MV Karwela (Wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.2°C / 79.2°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.8m / 42.0ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.8m / 5.9ft

October

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for MV Karwela (Wreck)

MV Karwela (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.8m 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 - Jun 22, 2026

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