El Fanadir, North
The Fanadir Reefs are home to an assortment of captivating marine species, including scorpion fish, nudibranchs, lionfish, stonefish, starfish, and octopuses. Divers may even be lucky enough to encounter a rare frogfish while exploring the wall. In the open blue waters surrounding the site, eagle rays gracefully glide through the depths, adding to the fascination and allure of this underwater paradise.
With a visibility of approximately 21 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters, the Fanadir Reefs cater to both beginner and advanced divers. This remarkable dive site's proximity to Hurghada in the Red Sea Governorate makes it easily accessible and a must-visit destination for diving enthusiasts.
Explore the wonders of the Fanadir Reefs and immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of Egypt's underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for El Fanadir, North
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Fanadir, North
Depth
19m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for El Fanadir, North
Wave Height
0.64m
Wind Speed
25.4 m/s
Water Temp
27°C
Visibility
23.08km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.2s
Air Temperature
33.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for El Fanadir, North
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.693333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.58m, Wind 24.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.1404232804232795/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at El Fanadir, North 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.
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.58m (3.2s), Wind: 24.8 m/s
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 12.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El Fanadir, NorthAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Fanadir, North
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 El Fanadir, North
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Fanadir, North
Ideal Conditions for El Fanadir, North
Water Temp
27.1°C / 80.8°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Fanadir, North
El Fanadir, North shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.2°C) and January the coldest (11.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 2.0m 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 29, 2026