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Secchitello

Located two miles southwest of Ustica's harbor, this exceptional dive site emerges from a sandy bottom at a depth of 50m/150ft and reaches its pinnacle at 26m/78ft. Renowned as one of the premier dive spots on the island, it offers a captivating underwater landscape adorned with abundant coral formations and a diverse array of fish species.

Divers exploring this site can expect to encounter an impressive variety of marine life, including Amberjacks, Barracudas, and Groupers. The walls of the dive site are adorned with vibrant red Gorgonians, offering a breathtaking visual spectacle. Additionally, the seafloor boasts six clusters of black coral, adding an extra touch of enchantment to the dive.

The dive begins with a sandy bottom at a depth of 50 meters, gradually leading divers to a bathymetry of 24 meters through a series of sizable rocks. Along the journey, divers will be captivated by the sight of numerous horned corals and striking branches of black coral. The site also holds the remnants of an Italian fighter plane wreck, serving as a poignant reminder of the region's rich history.

With a maximum depth of 39 meters, this dive site calls for expert divers who are accustomed to exploring more challenging depths. Its location in Italy makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts both locally and internationally.

Prepare to embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure at this remarkable dive site in Italy. Discover the hidden wonders waiting beneath the surface and experience the thrill of encountering majestic marine creatures in their natural habitat.

Diving Conditions Score for Secchitello

9.4
Excellent

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

Dive Site Overview for Secchitello

Depth

39m

Experience Level

expert

Weather Conditions for Secchitello

Wave Height

0.04m

Wind Speed

7.6 m/s

Water Temp

27.8°C

Visibility

33.04km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

2.55s

Air Temperature

27.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Secchitello
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Dive Score Chart for Secchitello

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.849595959595959/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.02m, Wind 2.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 9.462307692307693/10.

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

Sunrise at Secchitello: 06:00
Sunset at Secchitello: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Secchitello 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: 9.8/10
Waves: 0.02m (3.3s), Wind: 2.9 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.02m, Wind: 1.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Secchitello
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Secchitello

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 Secchitello

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 Secchitello

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8

Ideal Conditions for Secchitello

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

23.9°C / 75.0°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Secchitello

Secchitello shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.9°C) and December the coldest (19.9°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.

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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