SAN FRANCESCO DI CATONA
Why dive here
With 91+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles and cuttlefish - SAN FRANCESCO DI CATONA offers some of Kornati Islands's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 14-26°C, warmest July, August, September.
The San Francesco di Catona is an accessible little wreck, sitting shallow at just 5 meters off the Kornati coast. It’s a 1977 stranding, a motor vessel that went down near Ancona, and now it’s a pretty easygoing dive. You’ll find the hull largely intact, and while there aren't massive schools of fish, it's a good spot to poke around for small crabs and nudibranchs making a home in the crevices. We often suggest it for a second dive or if you're looking for something calm, perhaps a refresh on wreck penetration in a non-threatening environment. It’s a nice, gentle introduction to wreck diving.
Typical SAN FRANCESCO DI CATONA Dive Profile
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.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SAN FRANCESCO DI CATONA
SAN FRANCESCO DI CATONA Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SAN FRANCESCO DI CATONA, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (43.77, 15.33) (2km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
21°C
71°F · Range: 18.7–23.3°C
Current Speed
5 cm/s
Direction: NW (306.9°)
Salinity
39 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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