Elphinstone North
Elphinstone North, a premier dive site located 30km from Marsa Alam in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, is a must-visit destination for advanced and expert divers. This remarkable site boasts an impressive array of shark species, including oceanic whitetip sharks (longmanus), tiger sharks, and hammerhead sharks, as well as an abundance of barracudas. The pristine coral reefs found here are known for their exceptional health, offering a captivating underwater experience.
With a visibility of 25m and a maximum depth of 33m, Elphinstone North guarantees a remarkable diving adventure. Although it requires a 90-minute boat ride to reach, the journey is undoubtedly worthwhile. This reef is an ideal location for scuba diving enthusiasts, offering an unforgettable opportunity to explore the mesmerizing underwater world of the Red Sea.
With a visibility of 25m and a maximum depth of 33m, Elphinstone North guarantees a remarkable diving adventure. Although it requires a 90-minute boat ride to reach, the journey is undoubtedly worthwhile. This reef is an ideal location for scuba diving enthusiasts, offering an unforgettable opportunity to explore the mesmerizing underwater world of the Red Sea.
Diving Conditions Score for Elphinstone North
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Elphinstone North
Depth
33m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Elphinstone North
Wave Height
0.5m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
27.5°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
4.75s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Elphinstone North
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Dive Score Chart for Elphinstone North
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.59/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.09/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Elphinstone North: 06:00
Sunset at Elphinstone North: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Elphinstone 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.
Best Overall
6:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.5m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.5m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Elphinstone NorthAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Elphinstone 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 Elphinstone North
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 Elphinstone North
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Elphinstone North
Water Temp
22.5°C / 72.5°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Elphinstone North
Elphinstone North shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.5°C) and December the coldest (18.5°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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