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Achziv Canyon

The Achziv Canyon, located approximately 1km from the shore in Israel, is an ideal dive site for advanced divers. This long wall parallel to the shoreline starts at a depth of 10 meters (30 feet) and descends to an impressive 30 meters (100 feet).

As a marine reserve, the Achziv Canyon is teeming with diverse marine life. Divers will have the opportunity to spot graceful rays gliding through the water or resting on the sandy bottom. Occasional turtle sightings add to the allure of this underwater oasis.

With excellent visibility of 11 meters and a maximum depth of 13 meters, the Achziv Canyon promises an immersive diving experience. Situated near Nahlieli Island, this dive site offers easy access and a convenient location for divers eager to explore the wonders of the underwater world.

Discover the secrets of the Achziv Canyon and experience the thrill of diving in this captivating destination with its rich marine biodiversity and breathtaking underwater landscapes.

Diving Conditions Score for Achziv Canyon

8
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Achziv Canyon

Depth

13m

Visibility

11m

Experience Level

advanced

Weather Conditions for Achziv Canyon

Wave Height

0.84m

Wind Speed

14.4 m/s

Water Temp

28.3°C

Visibility

31.66km

Cloud Cover

47%

Wave Period

5.6s

Air Temperature

27.5°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Achziv Canyon
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Dive Score Chart for Achziv Canyon

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.920247197640118/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 8 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.253144444444445/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Achziv Canyon: 06:00
Sunset at Achziv Canyon: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Achziv Canyon are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.

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Best Overall
19:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.76m (5.7s), Wind: 1.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
17:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.8m (5.65s), Wind: 8 m/s

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Best Day
17:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 8 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Achziv Canyon
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Achziv Canyon

The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.

Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Seasonal DiveScore Chart

This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.

Higher values indicate better diving conditions

Best Season for Achziv Canyon

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Achziv Canyon

December
Score: 9.2
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.9

Ideal Conditions for Achziv Canyon

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.4°C / 79.5°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.4m / 53.8ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Achziv Canyon

Achziv Canyon shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.4°C) and January the coldest (9.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). April is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 9, 2026

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