El wed
Situated just 50 meters from the shore, this natural underwater river site boasts two posidonia graves and a sandy bottom with a depth of 10 meters. With its diverse species and unique diving experience, it's the perfect spot for beginners and advanced divers alike. Explore the clear waters with a visibility of 6 meters and dive down to a maximum depth of 11 meters. Located in Tunisia near شارع رأس أفريقيا, Mahdia, المهدية, معتمدية المهدية, Mahdia, 5129, Tunisia, this site offers a convenient and exciting diving opportunity. Discover the beauty and wonder of the underwater world at this exceptional dive location.
Diving Conditions Score for El wed
8.4
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for El wed
Depth
11m
Visibility
6m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for El wed
Wave Height
0.14m
Wind Speed
10.1 m/s
Water Temp
25.6°C
Visibility
18.3km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.6s
Air Temperature
29.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for El wed
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Dive Score Chart for El wed
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 9.401081081081081/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.14m, Wind 2 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.907179487179487/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at El wed: 06:00
Sunset at El wed: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at El wed 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
8:00Score: 9.4/10
Waves: 0.14m (3.7s), Wind: 2 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.12m, Wind: 1.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for El wedAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at El wed
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 wed
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 wed
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.2
Ideal Conditions for El wed
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
June
Visibility
16.3m / 53.5ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for El wed
El wed shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.8°C) and January the coldest (7.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.8m 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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