Aherounes
This dive site in Greece is an optimal choice for beginners and confined water sessions, as it is easily accessible and protected from strong winds and harsh weather conditions during July and August. Explore the underwater wonders of this site and encounter fascinating marine life, including seahorses, baby stingrays, small octopuses, and baby flounders hiding beneath the sandy bottom. With a maximum depth of 7m and visibility up to 17m, divers can enjoy a clear and immersive experience. Located near Acherounes, Linaria, Δήμος Σκύρου, Euboea Regional Unit, Central Greece, Thessaly and Central Greece, 34007, Greece, this dive site offers a memorable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Aherounes
8.9
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Aherounes
Depth
7m
Visibility
17m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Aherounes
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
6.4 m/s
Water Temp
24.3°C
Visibility
41.56km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.6s
Air Temperature
25.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Aherounes
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Dive Score Chart for Aherounes
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 9.388584474885844/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.28m, Wind 3.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 9.15904647887324/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Aherounes: 06:00
Sunset at Aherounes: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Aherounes 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.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.28m (3.65s), Wind: 3.4 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 9.2/10
Waves: 0.2m, Wind: 0.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for AherounesAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Aherounes
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 Aherounes
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Aherounes
January
Score: 8.2
December
Score: 8.2
February
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for Aherounes
Water Temp
24.5°C / 76.1°F
August
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
December
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Aherounes
Aherounes shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (24.5°C) and January the coldest (5.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.2m 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). February 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 9, 2026
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