Istria Peninsula, Croatia
    Plomin - Moščenička draga

    Sea mine

    Best months: Jul–Aug

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    Plomin - Moščenička draga

    Why dive here

    With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Sea mine offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 12-26°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Aug
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Sea Turtles and Cuttlefish · 46+ species recorded
    Water12-26°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive

    The Sea mine site off Istria is a curious one, definitely worth a dip if you're in the area and fancy a bit of history. We’re talking about a genuine sea mine, sitting upright on the seabed, its spikes still visible through the Mediterranean haze. It’s not a huge structure, but it’s remarkably well-preserved, a stark reminder of wartime history. You’ll find schools of small damselfish flitting around it, and sometimes a grouper or two will peek out from underneath. It's a great little dive for newer wreck divers, offering a straightforward exploration without strong currents, and it’s shallow enough for decent bottom time.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Sea mine

    Sea mine Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Sea mine, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (45.08, 14.15) (21km away)

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    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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