Malta

Sliema

Sliema - photo 1

Photo by Nejc Soklič on Unsplash.

Sliema is a coastal town on the northeast coast of Malta, serving as a busy gateway to the Maltese dive scene. It offers convenient access to dive centers and boat departures along the coast, with a variety of shore and boat dives reachable within a short ride. The surrounding Maltese waters are known for clear visibility, abundant marine life, and easy wreck and reef dives, making it a practical base for divers visiting Malta. While the town itself is urban and tourist-friendly, the local dive activity centers are spread along the coast nearby, providing courses, rental gear, and guided dives suitable for all levels.

Essential information for traveling in Malta

About Malta

Sea
Mediterranean Sea - Eastern Basin and Ionian Sea
Timezone
Europe/Malta
Languages
MT EN
Demonym
Maltese
Phone prefix
+356

Practicalities

Currency
EUR

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Dive sites and dive centers around Sliema

Nearby Dive Sites (27)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Sliema

The best time to dive in Sliema

The best months to dive in Sliema are from July to August. Temperatures are confortable (27-28°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
15 °C 17 °C 7/10
02 - Feb.
14 °C 16 °C 7/10
03 - Mar.
16 °C 16 °C 7/10
04 - Apr.
17 °C 17 °C 8/10
05 - May
21 °C 20 °C 7/10
06 - Jun.
26 °C 26 °C 9/10
07 - Jul.
28 °C 28 °C 9/10
08 - Aug.
27 °C 27 °C 9/10
09 - Sept.
26 °C 27 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
21 °C 23 °C 7/10
11 - Nov.
18 °C 22 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
15 °C 19 °C 7/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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