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    U 65 dive site
    wreck
    5m
    Istria Peninsula, Croatia
    Akvatorij zapadne Istre

    U 65

    Best months: Jul–Aug

    Protected Area

    Akvatorij zapadne Istre

    Why dive here

    With 46+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, sea turtles and cuttlefish - U 65 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 · max 5m

    The U 65, an Austro-Hungarian U-boat scuttled at the end of World War I, sits in exceptionally shallow water, maxing out at about 5 metres. It’s less of a dive and more of a snorkel, or maybe a very leisurely, shallow dive for those looking to stretch their bottom time. The stern is largely intact, with the torpedo tubes still visible, while the rest of the vessel is quite broken up. Schools of small fish dart in and out of the twisted metal, and we’ve spotted blennies and gobies making homes in the nooks and crannies. This site is perfect for newer divers, snorkelers, or anyone wanting a relaxed fin-kick with a bit of history thrown in.

    Typical U 65 Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 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

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

    Today06:1517:2911h 14m daylightGolden hour 16:50

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for U 65

    U 65 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for U 65, 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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