Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
As you explore the shallows of Xatt l'Ahmar reef, you'll be greeted by a vibrant array of colorful fish and enchanting seahorses. Descending down the wall, you'll discover the presence of impressive boulders that serve as hideaways for fascinating creatures like slipper lobsters and giant scorpionfish.
While diving deeper into the depths, keep your eyes peeled for an extraordinary marine life spectacle. Seahorses, parrotfish, damsels, salemas, octopus, and baby moray eels are just a few of the diverse species you may encounter. The deeper sections of the reef are home to groupers, jacks, giant scorpionfish, and moray eels.
With a visibility of approximately 20 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, Xatt l'Ahmar reef guarantees an immersive and awe-inspiring diving experience. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, this dive site offers something for everyone.
Immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of Malta as you uncover the treasures hidden beneath the surface. Don't miss the opportunity to explore Xatt l'Ahmar reef and its captivating marine life during your diving adventures in the Gozo region.
Diving Conditions Score for Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Depth
21m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Wave Height
1.34m
Wind Speed
9.4 m/s
Water Temp
21.9°C
Visibility
32.4km
Cloud Cover
30%
Wave Period
6.25s
Air Temperature
24.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.884533333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.4m, Wind 16 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.666433333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Xatt l’Ahmar Reef 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: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.4m (6.35s), Wind: 16 m/s
Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.3m, Wind: 8.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Xatt l’Ahmar ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
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 Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Ideal Conditions for Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Water Temp
26.1°C / 79.0°F
July
Visibility
12.8m / 42.0ft
October
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Xatt l’Ahmar Reef
Xatt l’Ahmar Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.1°C) and January the coldest (9.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.8m 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). February 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 12, 2026