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Elphinstone Reef

Elphinstone Reef - A Famous Dive Site in Egypt for Shark Encounters

Elphinstone Reef, located in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, is renowned as one of the most popular dive sites in the country. Divers flock here to immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of this underwater paradise, which boasts healthy corals, crystal clear blue water, and an abundance of marine life. It is also an ideal destination for divers hoping to catch a glimpse of their first shark.

This dive site's location, environment, and unique reef formation make it a vital habitat for various species of sharks, including the majestic oceanic whitetip and the awe-inspiring hammerhead shark. With visibility reaching an impressive 25 meters and a maximum depth of 29 meters, Elphinstone Reef offers an unforgettable diving experience for advanced and expert level divers.

Discover the wonders of this remarkable dive site in Egypt, where divers have the opportunity to explore pristine corals, encounter mesmerizing marine creatures, and witness the beauty of sharks up close. Immerse yourself in the underwater world of Elphinstone Reef and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime.

Diving Conditions Score for Elphinstone Reef

8.4
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Elphinstone Reef

Depth

29m

Visibility

25m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Elphinstone Reef

Wave Height

0.4m

Wind Speed

16.6 m/s

Water Temp

27.4°C

Visibility

25.12km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.3s

Air Temperature

27.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Elphinstone Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Elphinstone Reef

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.32078431372549/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.62m, Wind 19.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.032764227642275/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Elphinstone Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Elphinstone Reef: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Elphinstone Reef 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.

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Best Overall
6:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.62m (4.25s), Wind: 19.8 m/s

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Safest Overall
17:00

Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.58m (4.5s), Wind: 10 m/s

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Best Night
5:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.56m, Wind: 8.3 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Elphinstone Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Elphinstone Reef

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 Reef

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.6/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Elphinstone Reef

January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.5

Ideal Conditions for Elphinstone Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.1°C / 79.0°F

April

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.0m / 6.6ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Elphinstone Reef

Elphinstone Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.1°C) and January the coldest (13.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.0m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 23, 2026

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