Punta Šilo
Welcome to the vibrant reef located on the Šilo point, just 2 nm from the mainland in Croatia. This picturesque dive site offers a fantastic underwater experience for both beginners and advanced divers. Dive into the depths and explore the stunning wall adorned with vibrant yellow corals.
As you descend into the azure waters, you'll be greeted by a diverse array of marine life. Encounter scorpion fish, shoaling sea bream, wrasse, octopus, sponges, anemone, and starfish, as they gracefully navigate through the reef.
With good visibility of 11m, you'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in this underwater paradise. While a slight current is typically present, please note that stronger currents may be experienced around the point.
Prepare for an unforgettable dive at this incredible location, suitable for divers of all skill levels. From beginners to advanced divers, everyone can indulge in the beauty that lies beneath the waters of Šilo.
As you descend into the azure waters, you'll be greeted by a diverse array of marine life. Encounter scorpion fish, shoaling sea bream, wrasse, octopus, sponges, anemone, and starfish, as they gracefully navigate through the reef.
With good visibility of 11m, you'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in this underwater paradise. While a slight current is typically present, please note that stronger currents may be experienced around the point.
Prepare for an unforgettable dive at this incredible location, suitable for divers of all skill levels. From beginners to advanced divers, everyone can indulge in the beauty that lies beneath the waters of Šilo.
Diving Conditions Score for Punta Šilo
8.7
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Punta Šilo
Depth
21m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Punta Šilo
Wave Height
0.02m
Wind Speed
3.9 m/s
Water Temp
22°C
Visibility
39.26km
Cloud Cover
100%
Wave Period
3.15s
Air Temperature
20.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Punta Šilo
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Dive Score Chart for Punta Šilo
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.67194970760234/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.02m, Wind 0.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.88888888888889/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Punta Šilo: 06:00
Sunset at Punta Šilo: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Punta Šilo 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
6:00Score: 9.7/10
Waves: 0.02m (2.85s), Wind: 0.5 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.02m, Wind: 3.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Punta ŠiloAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Punta Šilo
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 Punta Šilo
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Punta Šilo
January
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Punta Šilo
Water Temp
26.7°C / 80.1°F
July
Visibility
18.5m / 60.7ft
January
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Punta Šilo
Punta Šilo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.7°C) and January the coldest (2.6°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 14, 2026
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