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Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

Located in Israel, the Dekel Canyon is a must-visit dive site for advanced and expert divers. This picturesque canyon starts at a depth of 20 meters (60 feet) and descends to 35 meters (115 feet), offering breathtaking views of stunning corals on both sides and a sandy bottom. The easy accessibility from shore makes it an ideal spot for diving enthusiasts.

This underwater paradise is adorned with magnificent hard corals, creating a vibrant habitat for a diverse range of marine life. Expect to encounter a plethora of tropical species including fish, nudibranchs, shrimp, crabs, and other fascinating creatures that call these depths their home.

With a visibility of 18 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, the Dekel Canyon promises an immersive and awe-inspiring diving experience. Immerse yourself in the wonders of this captivating underwater world and explore the rich biodiversity it has to offer.

Experience the beauty of Dekel Canyon, located in the Beersheba Subdistrict of the South District in Israel. Plan your next dive trip to this incredible dive site and get ready for an unforgettable adventure surrounded by nature's aquatic wonders.

Diving Conditions Score for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

6.5
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

Depth

21m

Visibility

18m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

Wave Height

1m

Wind Speed

16.8 m/s

Water Temp

28.5°C

Visibility

42.74km

Cloud Cover

10%

Wave Period

8s

Air Temperature

40.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל
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Dive Score Chart for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.443166666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 9.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.295166666666667/10.

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

Sunrise at Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל: 06:00
Sunset at Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל 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
6:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 9.1 m/s

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Best Night
4:00

Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 5.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

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 Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.2/10

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

Best Months for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

January
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.1
February
Score: 9.0

Ideal Conditions for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

28.0°C / 82.4°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.2m / 53.1ft

January

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.7m / 2.3ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל

Canyon Dekel South - קניון חוף הדקל shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (33.0°C) and January the coldest (10.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.7m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 7, 2026

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