14m
    Beginner
    Istria Peninsula, Croatia

    Strandbad Pesenthein, Millstätter See

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Why dive here

    With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Strandbad Pesenthein, Millstätter See offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest shore 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
    CharacterShore dive · max 14m

    Strandbad Pesenthein, on Millstätter See, is a mellow lake dive that’s perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a relaxed afternoon underwater. The water here is cool and clear, with visibility often stretching quite far. We've seen pike lurking in the weed beds and perch darting between submerged branches as you cruise along the gentle slope down to 14 meters. It’s not a thrill-a-minute coral reef, but it's a peaceful spot to refine buoyancy or simply enjoy the quiet stillness of a freshwater environment. Entry is easy from the beach, which is a big plus.

    Typical Strandbad Pesenthein, Millstätter See Dive Profile

    5m10m15mSafety Stop0m14m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Safety Notes

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Strandbad Pesenthein, Millstätter See

    Strandbad Pesenthein, Millstätter See Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Strandbad Pesenthein, Millstätter See, 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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