El Makluf ED
Shore dive with convenient minibus access. Entry is through a remarkable hole in the reef top and an enchanting canyon. Explore several coral blocks that ascend from 10m to 40m, extending just below the surface. Towards the southern region lies a captivating coral garden adorned with abundant table corals.
Encounter a diverse range of marine life including snappers, hatchetfish, scorpionfish, turtles, crocodile fish, wrasses, crabs, and nudibranchs.
This exceptional dive site is located in Egypt, specifically Safaga, Al Qusair Road, Red Sea Governorate. With a maximum depth of 22m and excellent visibility spanning 23m, this dive is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Encounter a diverse range of marine life including snappers, hatchetfish, scorpionfish, turtles, crocodile fish, wrasses, crabs, and nudibranchs.
This exceptional dive site is located in Egypt, specifically Safaga, Al Qusair Road, Red Sea Governorate. With a maximum depth of 22m and excellent visibility spanning 23m, this dive is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Diving Conditions Score for El Makluf ED
8.6
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Makluf ED
Depth
22m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for El Makluf ED
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
0.9 m/s
Water Temp
26.9°C
Visibility
22.9km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.4s
Air Temperature
31°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El Makluf ED
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Dive Score Chart for El Makluf ED
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.813333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.68m, Wind 5 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.653333333333332/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at El Makluf ED: 06:00
Sunset at El Makluf ED: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at El Makluf ED 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: 8.8/10
Waves: 0.68m (4.35s), Wind: 5 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.66m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El Makluf EDAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Makluf ED
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 Makluf ED
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for El Makluf ED
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for El Makluf ED
Water Temp
22.6°C / 72.7°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Makluf ED
El Makluf ED shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.6°C) and December the coldest (18.6°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 - Jun 22, 2026
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