Elphinstone South
Elphinstone South is a captivating offshore reef dive, favored by many divers as the perfect afternoon adventure, thanks to its breathtaking lighting conditions. Descending from a depth of 18m to the lush plateau at 40m, this dive promises an extraordinary underwater experience.
Renowned for its abundance of Oceanic whitetip sharks, Elphinstone South is an ideal dive site to encounter these magnificent creatures. Plan your visit during October, November, or December for a higher chance of spotting these gentle giants. Additionally, prepare to be mesmerized by the vibrant display of hard and soft corals, along with a diverse range of fish species. Your dive adventure may even include encounters with captivating manta rays and swift barracudas.
Located in Egypt's Red Sea Governorate, Elphinstone South offers excellent underwater visibility of up to 25m, providing divers with crystal-clear views of their surroundings. With a maximum depth of 29m, this dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers seeking a thrilling underwater exploration.
Embrace the wonders of Elphinstone South and immerse yourself in an unforgettable dive experience.
Renowned for its abundance of Oceanic whitetip sharks, Elphinstone South is an ideal dive site to encounter these magnificent creatures. Plan your visit during October, November, or December for a higher chance of spotting these gentle giants. Additionally, prepare to be mesmerized by the vibrant display of hard and soft corals, along with a diverse range of fish species. Your dive adventure may even include encounters with captivating manta rays and swift barracudas.
Located in Egypt's Red Sea Governorate, Elphinstone South offers excellent underwater visibility of up to 25m, providing divers with crystal-clear views of their surroundings. With a maximum depth of 29m, this dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers seeking a thrilling underwater exploration.
Embrace the wonders of Elphinstone South and immerse yourself in an unforgettable dive experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Elphinstone South
7.7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Elphinstone South
Depth
29m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Elphinstone South
Wave Height
0.52m
Wind Speed
10.2 m/s
Water Temp
27.7°C
Visibility
25.36km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.25s
Air Temperature
30.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Elphinstone South
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Dive Score Chart for Elphinstone South
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.386434108527132/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 5.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.051782945736432/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Elphinstone South: 06:00
Sunset at Elphinstone South: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Elphinstone South 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
17:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.6m (4.3s), Wind: 5.3 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.56m, Wind: 4.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Elphinstone SouthAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Elphinstone South
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 South
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 South
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Elphinstone South
Water Temp
25.7°C / 78.3°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Elphinstone South
Elphinstone South shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.8°C) and January the coldest (13.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.1m 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 18, 2026
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