Malta Island, Malta
    Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa

    Cirkewwa - Outer Reef (Dive Site)

    Best months: Jul–Sep

    Protected Area

    Ir-Ramla taċ-Ċirkewwa

    Why dive here

    With 59+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles and cuttlefish - Cirkewwa - Outer Reef (Dive Site) offers some of Malta Island's richest reef diving. Water ranges 16-28°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Sep
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Octopuses, Sea Turtles and Cuttlefish · 59+ species recorded
    Water16-28°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    The Outer Reef at Cirkewwa is one of those places we often head to when we want a solid Mediterranean dive without too much fuss. Descending along the main reef wall, you'll find plenty of nooks and crannies to peer into, often revealing a dusky grouper or a painted comber darting for cover. Look closely for the sunset and Devonshire cup corals clinging to the overhangs, their polyps extended, catching what light they can. We've often spotted ornate wrasse flitting between the rocks, and if you’re patient, a Mediterranean slipper lobster might just peek out from its crevice. It’s a good spot for a relaxed dive, especially if you enjoy exploring reef structures and spotting smaller, shyer creatures.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Cirkewwa - Outer Reef (Dive Site)

    Cirkewwa - Outer Reef (Dive Site) Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Cirkewwa - Outer Reef (Dive Site), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.95, 14.4) (2km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    24°C

    76°F · Range: 22.2–26.3°C

    Air Temperature

    22°C

    72°F

    Wind Speed

    5.92 m/s

    11.5 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1018.2 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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