Barbakonac
Protected Area
Uvala Škvaranska - Uvala Sv. Marina
Why dive here
With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Barbakonac offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
Barbakonac in Istria is a site best suited for intermediate divers, dropping to 33m. We often find larger scorpionfish tucked into the rocks and occasionally encounter octopus in the crevices. Visibility here can vary, but on a good day, the light plays nicely through the deeper sections, making for a pleasant, straightforward dive. It’s a solid choice when you want a decent bottom time without anything too taxing.
Typical Barbakonac Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Deep dive (33m) - monitor air consumption closely. Advanced certification recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Barbakonac
Dive shops near Barbakonac
Scuba Center Sv. Marina
Lamkra
Krnicadive
diving Cres
Sea Mates
Buborek DC
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Barbakonac
Barbakonac Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Barbakonac, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (45.08, 14.15) (21km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
20°C
68°F · Range: 18.4–22.3°C
Current Speed
3.16 cm/s
Direction: W (288.4°)
Salinity
37.74 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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