Amphoras
This dive site, located in Egypt, derives its name from the ancient amphora remains that can be explored here. With its sandy plateau, pinnacles, and coral blocks, this site offers a straightforward dive experience suitable for divers of all levels, including beginners, advanced, and expert divers. The visibility at this site is approximately 23 meters, and the maximum depth reaches 21 meters.
When exploring this dive site, divers will be delighted by the variety of marine life found amidst the gorgonians. In addition to table corals, one can encounter numerous species of shrimp, glassfish, hawkfish, napoleon wrasse, and rays.
Note: Close location information has been removed to comply with the given instructions.
When exploring this dive site, divers will be delighted by the variety of marine life found amidst the gorgonians. In addition to table corals, one can encounter numerous species of shrimp, glassfish, hawkfish, napoleon wrasse, and rays.
Note: Close location information has been removed to comply with the given instructions.
Diving Conditions Score for Amphoras
7.1
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Amphoras
Depth
21m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Amphoras
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
6.8 m/s
Water Temp
28.8°C
Visibility
25.22km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.2s
Air Temperature
39.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Amphoras
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Dive Score Chart for Amphoras
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 8.503333333333332/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.74m, Wind 1.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.953333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Amphoras: 06:00
Sunset at Amphoras: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Amphoras 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
14:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.74m (4.2s), Wind: 1.5 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.76m, Wind: 0.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for AmphorasAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Amphoras
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 Amphoras
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.8/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Amphoras
December
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
March
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Amphoras
Water Temp
27.9°C / 82.2°F
April
Visibility
19.6m / 64.3ft
May
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Amphoras
Amphoras shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (34.6°C) and January the coldest (12.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during February to April, 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 1, 2026
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