Wied il-Ghasri
When diving at Ghasri Bay, you can expect to encounter a diverse range of marine life. Keep an eye out for wrasses, parrots, scorpionfish, as well as crustaceans such as crabs. Additionally, you may come across fascinating tube worms and fireworms during your exploration. As you venture into the open water, be prepared to witness mesmerizing schools of sea bream and sardines swimming gracefully.
With a visibility of approximately 20m and a maximum depth of 22m, Ghasri Bay offers a suitable diving experience for both beginners and advanced divers. Its proximity to Żebbuġ, Gozo Region, 1121, Malta makes it a convenient choice for those seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Discover the wonders that await you beneath the surface at Ghasri Bay in Malta. Dive into the depths and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this remarkable dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Wied il-Ghasri
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Wied il-Ghasri
Depth
22m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Wied il-Ghasri
Wave Height
0.1m
Wind Speed
5.6 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
29.44km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.65s
Air Temperature
28.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Wied il-Ghasri
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.511489361702129/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.1m, Wind 3.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 9.11148936170213/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Wied il-Ghasri 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.
Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.1m (4.7s), Wind: 3.6 m/s
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 2.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Wied il-GhasriAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Wied il-Ghasri
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 Wied il-Ghasri
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Wied il-Ghasri
Ideal Conditions for Wied il-Ghasri
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 Wied il-Ghasri
Wied il-Ghasri 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 - Jun 20, 2026