Reqqa Point
Reqqa Point, located in the beautiful waters of Malta, is an ideal dive site for advanced divers. With a maximum depth of 40m and visibility up to 23m, this site offers an exhilarating wall dive experience. As you descend, you'll be captivated by the stunning rocky shelf at 18m, bustling with an abundance of marine life including jackfish, moray eels, damsels, and schools of small sardines.
The deeper parts of the wall are home to impressive creatures such as groupers and dentex fish. Keep an eye out for hunting amberjacks and tunas, as well as damsel fish, groupers, wrasses, parrot fish, and various schools of small fish. The underwater world at Reqqa Point is a true showcase of biodiversity.
Situated close to Marsalforn, Żebbuġ, in the Gozo Region, Reqqa Point is easily accessible and provides divers with an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse underwater ecosystem at this remarkable dive site. Explore the depths, witness fascinating marine species, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
The deeper parts of the wall are home to impressive creatures such as groupers and dentex fish. Keep an eye out for hunting amberjacks and tunas, as well as damsel fish, groupers, wrasses, parrot fish, and various schools of small fish. The underwater world at Reqqa Point is a true showcase of biodiversity.
Situated close to Marsalforn, Żebbuġ, in the Gozo Region, Reqqa Point is easily accessible and provides divers with an unforgettable experience. Immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse underwater ecosystem at this remarkable dive site. Explore the depths, witness fascinating marine species, and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Diving Conditions Score for Reqqa Point
9.3
ExcellentExcellent diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Reqqa Point
Depth
28m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Reqqa Point
Wave Height
0.58m
Wind Speed
3.9 m/s
Water Temp
26.7°C
Visibility
25.88km
Cloud Cover
28%
Wave Period
4.3s
Air Temperature
26.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Reqqa Point
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Dive Score Chart for Reqqa Point
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 8.611/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 15.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.895151515151515/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Reqqa Point: 06:00
Sunset at Reqqa Point: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Reqqa Point 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
23:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.54m (4.4s), Wind: 4 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.68m (4.2s), Wind: 9.4 m/s
Best Day
14:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 15.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Reqqa PointAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Reqqa Point
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 Reqqa Point
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 Reqqa Point
January
Score: 8.0
December
Score: 7.9
February
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Reqqa Point
Water Temp
26.3°C / 79.3°F
July
Visibility
12.7m / 41.7ft
October
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Reqqa Point
Reqqa Point shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.3°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). January 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 9, 2026
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