HMSM STUBBORN
Protected Area
Il-Ġebla tal-Għallis, limiti tan-Naxxar
Why dive here
With 59+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, octopuses, sea turtles and cuttlefish - HMSM STUBBORN offers some of Malta Island's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 16-28°C, warmest July, August, September.
The HMSM Stubborn, a wartime S-class submarine, lies upright at 51 metres, a ghost from 1946. We love this wreck for its sheer presence. Dropping down, the bow comes into view first, a long, dark shape against the blue. It’s a good deep dive for experienced wreck enthusiasts. You can spend a whole no-deco dive just appreciating the scale of it. Swim along the deck, past the conning tower, and imagine the crew on watch. The torpedo tubes are still visible at the bow. Our favourite part is the way the light plays on the metal, especially if you catch it on a sunny morning. Groupers have made the darker internal spaces their home, lurking in the shadows. You’ll also spot plenty of scorpionfish camouflaged against the hull. The visibility is usually excellent, often 30 metres plus, making the Stubborn an incredibly atmospheric dive. Just remember it's a deep one, so proper planning and gas management are key.
Typical HMSM STUBBORN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Maximum depth 51m exceeds recreational limits (40m). Technical diving certification and equipment required.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for HMSM STUBBORN
HMSM STUBBORN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for HMSM STUBBORN, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.95, 14.4) (2km away)
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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