Cape Ayran
The dive site is conveniently positioned near the exit from the sheltered Kamga Bay, with Cape Ayran serving as a prominent landmark. Please note that a special permit from the Altai Nature Reserve is mandatory for diving in this area.
Underwater, divers will come across a diverse array of fish species including taimen, Teletsky grayling, Uksuch (lenok), Teletsky whitefish, perch, burbot, and pike. Additionally, the common beaver can be spotted among the local mammal population.
It is important to note that this dive site is tailored for experienced divers only, as the dives primarily take place along a majestic wall with depths exceeding 50 meters. One striking feature of this location is the textured appearance of the wall, which looks as though it has been scraped with giant claws, forming fascinating diagonal stripes.
Make the most of your diving experience in Russia by exploring this captivating dive site, situated in the Altai Republic's Turochaksky Rayon, within the Siberian Federal District.
Underwater, divers will come across a diverse array of fish species including taimen, Teletsky grayling, Uksuch (lenok), Teletsky whitefish, perch, burbot, and pike. Additionally, the common beaver can be spotted among the local mammal population.
It is important to note that this dive site is tailored for experienced divers only, as the dives primarily take place along a majestic wall with depths exceeding 50 meters. One striking feature of this location is the textured appearance of the wall, which looks as though it has been scraped with giant claws, forming fascinating diagonal stripes.
Make the most of your diving experience in Russia by exploring this captivating dive site, situated in the Altai Republic's Turochaksky Rayon, within the Siberian Federal District.
Diving Conditions Score for Cape Ayran
6.9
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Cape Ayran
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Cape Ayran
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
2.6 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
44.74km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
23.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Cape Ayran
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Dive Score Chart for Cape Ayran
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 8.210333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 1.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.725333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Cape Ayran: 06:00
Sunset at Cape Ayran: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Cape Ayran 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: 8.2/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 1.6 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 1.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Cape AyranAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Cape Ayran
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 Cape Ayran
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Cape Ayran
January
Score: 9.4
February
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Cape Ayran
Water Temp
17.8°C / 64.0°F
June
Visibility
18.9m / 62.0ft
December
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Cape Ayran
Cape Ayran shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (17.8°C) and December the coldest (-12.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 3, 2026
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