Dunraven, wreck
The Dunraven wreck, located on Shaab Mahmoud near Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt, offers a unique diving experience. Positioned slightly further than the popular daily dive sites, this upside-down wreck attracts a diverse range of marine species, providing a sheltered habitat.
Inside the Dunraven wreck, divers can encounter various species including moray eels, nudibranchs, and vanikoro sweepers. The surrounding reef, adorned with porites, offers a haven for stonefish, among other marine life.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 22m and a maximum depth of 26m, this site is suitable for both beginners and advanced divers. Situated in close proximity to Dunraven in South Sinai, Egypt, it promises an unforgettable underwater exploration.
Inside the Dunraven wreck, divers can encounter various species including moray eels, nudibranchs, and vanikoro sweepers. The surrounding reef, adorned with porites, offers a haven for stonefish, among other marine life.
With excellent visibility reaching up to 22m and a maximum depth of 26m, this site is suitable for both beginners and advanced divers. Situated in close proximity to Dunraven in South Sinai, Egypt, it promises an unforgettable underwater exploration.
Diving Conditions Score for Dunraven, wreck
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Dunraven, wreck
Depth
26m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Dunraven, wreck
Wave Height
1.14m
Wind Speed
23.7 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
22.02km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dunraven, wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Dunraven, wreck
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.266666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.04m, Wind 26.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.013333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Dunraven, wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Dunraven, wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Dunraven, wreck 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: 7.3/10
Waves: 1.04m (4.4s), Wind: 26.9 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 12.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dunraven, wreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dunraven, wreck
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 Dunraven, wreck
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Dunraven, wreck
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Dunraven, wreck
Water Temp
27.8°C / 82.0°F
May
Visibility
12.4m / 40.7ft
December
Wave Height
1.7m / 5.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dunraven, wreck
Dunraven, wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.9°C) and January the coldest (12.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.7m 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). January 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 21, 2026
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