Xlendi Bay
As you venture outside the tunnel, you'll encounter a variety of marine life. On the sandy bottom, you can spot lizardfish, goatfish, and soles. As you make your way towards the tunnel, you'll be greeted by salemas and colorful wrasses, adding a vibrant touch to your underwater journey. Don't forget to check out the boulders nearby, as they often conceal morays and scorpionfish.
With a visibility of 17 meters, Xlendi Bay offers a clear and immersive diving experience. The maximum depth of the bay is 18 meters, allowing divers to explore various depths and truly appreciate the underwater beauty. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Xlendi Bay provides an enchanting diving adventure.
Located near Il Terrazzo, Triq San Xmun, Xlendi, Munxar, Gozo Region, 1721, Malta, Xlendi Bay is easily accessible for divers seeking a memorable dive in Malta. Plan your visit to this remarkable dive site and prepare to be amazed by the captivating marine life and scenic underwater landscapes.
Diving Conditions Score for Xlendi Bay
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Xlendi Bay
Depth
18m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Xlendi Bay
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
4.3 m/s
Water Temp
24.2°C
Visibility
24.7km
Cloud Cover
15%
Wave Period
3.6s
Air Temperature
23.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Xlendi Bay
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 9.215025925925925/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 4.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 9.105925925925927/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Xlendi Bay 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: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.22m (3.6s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.22m, Wind: 0.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Xlendi BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Xlendi Bay
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 Xlendi Bay
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Xlendi Bay
Ideal Conditions for Xlendi Bay
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
July
Visibility
12.4m / 40.7ft
October
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Xlendi Bay
Xlendi Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.8°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). 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 17, 2026