Elena R (Wreck)
The Greek steamship, sunk on November 22nd, 1939, is a captivating dive site in the waters of England, United Kingdom. With a maximum depth of 24m and surrounded by loose sandy gravel, this wreck offers an intriguing experience for advanced divers. Standing approximately 7m high in some areas, it is home to a diverse marine life including conger eels, crabs, and other fascinating species. However, divers must be mindful of the strong currents and ensure they plan the dive times accordingly. With a visibility of 5m, exploring this site provides a unique opportunity to witness the remnants of a great shipwreck.
Diving Conditions Score for Elena R (Wreck)
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Elena R (Wreck)
Depth
24m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Elena R (Wreck)
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
1.1 m/s
Water Temp
16.5°C
Visibility
40.3km
Cloud Cover
23%
Wave Period
6.6s
Air Temperature
15.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Elena R (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for Elena R (Wreck)
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 8.499090909090908/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 4 m/s.Best night dive time: 3:00 with score 7.697692307692308/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Elena R (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at Elena R (Wreck): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Elena R (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
9:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.42m (6.6s), Wind: 4 m/s
Best Night
3:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 8.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Elena R (Wreck)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Elena R (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 Elena R (Wreck)
Winter
Avg. Score: 7.9/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Elena R (Wreck)
January
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.8
December
Score: 7.8
Ideal Conditions for Elena R (Wreck)
Water Temp
17.5°C / 63.5°F
August
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
July
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Elena R (Wreck)
Elena R (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (17.5°C) and December the coldest (4.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.2m 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). April 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 21, 2026
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