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Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

Discover the magnificent wreck of Cannitello, also known as "U Vapuri," resting on the seabed of the Strait of Messina. This historical site, once the ship "Alvah," sank in the early 1900s and now lies between 30 and 55 meters deep. The overturned hull, divided into two sections, teems with vibrant marine life that will awe any diver.

Diving into the depths of this underwater marvel, you'll witness the captivating encrustation of numerous coelenterates, drawing you closer to the wreck's mesmerizing beauty. As you explore, you'll be surrounded by schools of fish gracefully swimming through the currents, fascinated by their synchronized movements. You'll encounter a tapestry of sea creatures, including graceful crabs, vibrant starfish, delicate sponges, and captivating nudibranchs, enhancing the allure of this submerged historical treasure.

With excellent visibility of up to 20 meters and a maximum depth of 38 meters, the Cannitello wreck offers an exhilarating diving experience for advanced and expert divers. Located in Italy, specifically in Cannitello, Villa San Giovanni, near Reggio di Calabria, Calabria, it is easily accessible from the nearby Un Tuffo nel Blu dive center along Lungomare Vittorio Emanuele II.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting underwater world of Cannitello wreck and embark on a memorable diving adventure at this remarkable dive site in Italy.

Diving Conditions Score for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

9.4
Excellent

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

Dive Site Overview for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

Depth

38m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

Wave Height

0.04m

Wind Speed

7.6 m/s

Water Temp

25.3°C

Visibility

39km

Cloud Cover

8%

Wave Period

3.45s

Air Temperature

25°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah
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Dive Score Chart for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.062549019607843/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.06m, Wind 6.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.742549019607845/10.

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

Sunrise at Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah: 06:00
Sunset at Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah 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
6:00

Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.06m (4.25s), Wind: 6.9 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.06m, Wind: 5.1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

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 Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.5/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4
December
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.5°C / 79.7°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.6m / 51.2ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.9m / 3.0ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah

Relitto di Cannitello - Alvah shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.5°C) and January the coldest (7.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.9m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). April is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 19, 2026

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