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Vanjsko Silo

This circular-shaped reef, located approximately 300 meters from Silo point on the beautiful island of Krk in Croatia, is a must-visit dive site. Just a short 10-minute boat ride from the mainland, divers can easily access this underwater gem. The dive begins at a depth of 15 meters, offering a thrilling descent into the depths of the sea.

Divers can expect a mild current during their exploration of this vibrant reef. With excellent visibility of 13 meters, the underwater scenery comes to life, revealing a wide variety of marine life. One of the highlights of this dive site are the Saint Peters fish, known for their striking colors and graceful movements. The conger eel, another fascinating creature, can also be spotted here.

Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this site offers something for everyone. The maximum depth of 26 meters provides a thrilling experience for those seeking a bit more adventure. The dive site is easily accessible from Šilo, a charming town in Općina Dobrinj, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia.

Experience the wonders of the underwater world at this remarkable dive site. Explore the circular-shaped reef, discover fascinating marine species, and create lasting memories in the pristine waters of Croatia.

Diving Conditions Score for Vanjsko Silo

9.5
Excellent

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

Dive Site Overview for Vanjsko Silo

Depth

26m

Visibility

13m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Vanjsko Silo

Wave Height

0.02m

Wind Speed

1.8 m/s

Water Temp

24.9°C

Visibility

40.76km

Cloud Cover

46%

Wave Period

2.05s

Air Temperature

26.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Vanjsko Silo
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Dive Score Chart for Vanjsko Silo

Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 9.957407407407409/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.02m, Wind 1.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 9.430000000000001/10.

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

Sunrise at Vanjsko Silo: 06:00
Sunset at Vanjsko Silo: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Vanjsko Silo 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
7:00

Score: 10.0/10
Waves: 0.02m (2.25s), Wind: 1.1 m/s

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Best Night
21:00

Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.02m, Wind: 1.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Vanjsko Silo
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Vanjsko Silo

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 Vanjsko Silo

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 Vanjsko Silo

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

Ideal Conditions for Vanjsko Silo

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.5°C / 76.1°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 Vanjsko Silo

Vanjsko Silo shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.5°C) and December the coldest (20.5°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 19, 2026

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