Aksona Bay
This dive site, named after the renowned sponge hunter "Aksona Mehmet" of Bodrum, is a popular destination for divers in Turkey. Accessible by boat in approximately 50 minutes, it caters to both advanced and open water divers. Starting at a shallow depth of 3 meters, the site gradually descends to 30-35 meters, offering a diverse underwater experience.
Divers exploring Aksona may encounter fascinating marine life including octopuses, groupers, gold blotch groupers, barracudas, and moray eels. If lucky, they might even spot thornback rays. However, it is important to remain cautious of potential reverse currents while diving.
Beyond its captivating marine biodiversity, Aksona holds a significant historical background rooted in Aegean history. The dive site reveals numerous archaeological findings, adding a touch of ancient allure to the underwater adventure.
With a visibility range of 25 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, Aksona is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to experts. Located near Muğla in the Aegean Region of Turkey, this captivating dive site offers a memorable experience for diving enthusiasts.
Divers exploring Aksona may encounter fascinating marine life including octopuses, groupers, gold blotch groupers, barracudas, and moray eels. If lucky, they might even spot thornback rays. However, it is important to remain cautious of potential reverse currents while diving.
Beyond its captivating marine biodiversity, Aksona holds a significant historical background rooted in Aegean history. The dive site reveals numerous archaeological findings, adding a touch of ancient allure to the underwater adventure.
With a visibility range of 25 meters and a maximum depth of 23 meters, Aksona is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to experts. Located near Muğla in the Aegean Region of Turkey, this captivating dive site offers a memorable experience for diving enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for Aksona Bay
8.1
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Aksona Bay
Depth
23m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Aksona Bay
Wave Height
0.3m
Wind Speed
11.1 m/s
Water Temp
24.8°C
Visibility
39.6km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4s
Air Temperature
28.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Aksona Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Aksona Bay
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.78278431372549/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.28m, Wind 6.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 19:00 with score 8.683276923076924/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Aksona Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Aksona Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Aksona Bay 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: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.28m (4.25s), Wind: 6.8 m/s
Best Night
19:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.28m, Wind: 2.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Aksona BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Aksona Bay
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 Aksona Bay
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 Aksona Bay
January
Score: 8.1
December
Score: 8.1
February
Score: 8.0
Ideal Conditions for Aksona Bay
Water Temp
27.4°C / 81.3°F
August
Visibility
13.9m / 45.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.4m / 4.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Aksona Bay
Aksona Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (29.4°C) and January the coldest (6.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). March 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 - Jun 20, 2026
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