El Mina, wreck
The El Mina, a Russian-built Minesweeper wreck, is situated just outside Hurghada Marina in Egypt. This dive site holds historical significance as it met its fate in early June 1970 during the 6 Day War when Israeli aircraft attacked the port of Hurghada. The vessel was struck by an Israeli missile, causing it to sink in its anchored position at a depth of 30m.
Divers visiting this site can expect impressive visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 28m. It is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers, offering a rewarding experience for all skill levels. The El Mina wreck is renowned for its abundant macro marine life, including captivating nudibranches and pipefishes. While underwater currents are typically minimal, it's worth noting that strong surface currents can occasionally be present.
This dive site is conveniently located close to Minqar Channel, Hurghada Marina, and the vibrant city of Hurghada in the Red Sea Governorate of Egypt. Discover the allure of the El Mina wreck and immerse yourself in its captivating underwater world.
Divers visiting this site can expect impressive visibility of 19m and a maximum depth of 28m. It is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers, offering a rewarding experience for all skill levels. The El Mina wreck is renowned for its abundant macro marine life, including captivating nudibranches and pipefishes. While underwater currents are typically minimal, it's worth noting that strong surface currents can occasionally be present.
This dive site is conveniently located close to Minqar Channel, Hurghada Marina, and the vibrant city of Hurghada in the Red Sea Governorate of Egypt. Discover the allure of the El Mina wreck and immerse yourself in its captivating underwater world.
Diving Conditions Score for El Mina, wreck
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El Mina, wreck
Depth
28m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for El Mina, wreck
Wave Height
0.86m
Wind Speed
29.3 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
22.78km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
31.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El Mina, wreck
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Dive Score Chart for El Mina, wreck
Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 7.753333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 26.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.192156862745098/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at El Mina, wreck: 06:00
Sunset at El Mina, wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at El Mina, 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
11:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.6m (3.1s), Wind: 26.6 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 17.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El Mina, wreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El Mina, 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 El Mina, 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 El Mina, wreck
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for El Mina, wreck
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El Mina, wreck
El Mina, wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.1°C) and January the coldest (11.7°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 18, 2026
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