Scuba diving in Split
Diving in Split comes down to water temperature and calm seas. The most comfortable months are July and August, with highs around 88°F (31°C) and the sea at about 76°F (24°C).
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Top scuba diving in Split
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How to pick a good dive
- Non-certified divers can try a 'discover scuba' dive with an instructor; certified divers should bring their card and logbook.
- Ask about the water temperature and the wetsuit thickness provided for that month.
- Leave 18 to 24 hours between your last dive and a flight.
- Check group size per guide; four to six divers per guide is a good sign.
Split month by month
Averages for Split, 1991–2020; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 51 (11) | 53 (12) | 58 (15) | 65 (18) | 74 (23) | 83 (28) | 88 (31) | 88 (31) | 78 (25) | 69 (21) | 60 (16) | 53 (12) |
| Low °F (°C) | 43 (6) | 43 (6) | 47 (9) | 53 (12) | 61 (16) | 68 (20) | 73 (23) | 73 (23) | 65 (18) | 58 (15) | 51 (11) | 45 (7) |
| Rainy days | 11 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 12 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 58 (14) | 56 (13) | 56 (14) | 59 (15) | 64 (18) | 71 (22) | 75 (24) | 76 (25) | 73 (23) | 69 (21) | 66 (19) | 61 (16) |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:43 pm | 5:24 pm | 6:00 pm | 7:37 pm | 8:12 pm | 8:37 pm | 8:33 pm | 7:59 pm | 7:06 pm | 6:12 pm | 4:30 pm | 4:18 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for scuba diving in Split?
July and August. Expect highs around 88°F (31°C) and the sea at about 76°F (24°C). The least comfortable months are January and February, when the sea drops to about 56°F.
How warm is the water in Split?
The sea averages 56°F (13°C) in February and 76°F (25°C) in August. Below about 75°F most people want a wetsuit for a long swim or dive.
Where can I book scuba diving in Split?
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