18m
    Beginner
    Istria Peninsula, Croatia
    Akvatorij zapadne Istre

    Valovine 1

    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 - Valovine 1 offers some of Istria Peninsula's richest 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
    Charactermax 18m

    Valovine 1 is a straightforward entry, shallow and sheltered, making it a good choice for newer divers. You'll find a gently sloping reef to 18 metres, with a mix of small rocky outcrops and sandy patches. It's a decent spot for spotting smaller reef fish and crabs, and if you take it slow, you might find some nudibranchs. We'd suggest it for an easy second dive or a check-out dive.

    Typical Valovine 1 Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m18m 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 Valovine 1

    Valovine 1 Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Valovine 1, 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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