Giola Archangelos
Giola Archangelos is an awe-inspiring dive site in Greece that will leave even the most experienced divers in awe. Located near Astrida, in the Thasos Regional Unit of Eastern Macedonia and Thrace, this unique spot is not for the faint of heart. With a maximum depth of 100m, divers are treated to an incredible display of vibrant blue hues.
As you descend from a depth of 20m, you'll discover the remnants of a submarine hiding place from World War II. The underwater landscape is teeming with life, including an abundance of small fish, scorpion fish, anemones, sponges, soft corals, octopus, sea turtles, tritons, and shells. The visibility here is around 13m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty of their surroundings.
For those seeking an adrenaline rush and a unique diving experience, Giola Archangelos is the perfect choice. The inactive volcano serves as an extraordinary backdrop, making every dive a memorable one. However, it's important to note that this site is best suited for beginner and advanced divers due to its depth.
If you're up for the challenge and ready to explore the underwater wonders of Giola Archangelos, be sure to dive with caution. Keep an eye on your gauges, as it's easy to go too deep with the bottom of the volcano reaching 250m. Embark on this exhilarating adventure and uncover the hidden treasures that await beneath the surface.
As you descend from a depth of 20m, you'll discover the remnants of a submarine hiding place from World War II. The underwater landscape is teeming with life, including an abundance of small fish, scorpion fish, anemones, sponges, soft corals, octopus, sea turtles, tritons, and shells. The visibility here is around 13m, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty of their surroundings.
For those seeking an adrenaline rush and a unique diving experience, Giola Archangelos is the perfect choice. The inactive volcano serves as an extraordinary backdrop, making every dive a memorable one. However, it's important to note that this site is best suited for beginner and advanced divers due to its depth.
If you're up for the challenge and ready to explore the underwater wonders of Giola Archangelos, be sure to dive with caution. Keep an eye on your gauges, as it's easy to go too deep with the bottom of the volcano reaching 250m. Embark on this exhilarating adventure and uncover the hidden treasures that await beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Giola Archangelos
8.9
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Giola Archangelos
Depth
22m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Giola Archangelos
Wave Height
0.24m
Wind Speed
7 m/s
Water Temp
24.7°C
Visibility
40.88km
Cloud Cover
39%
Wave Period
3.05s
Air Temperature
26.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Giola Archangelos
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Dive Score Chart for Giola Archangelos
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.968018018018018/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.36m, Wind 3.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.471351351351352/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Giola Archangelos: 06:00
Sunset at Giola Archangelos: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Giola Archangelos 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: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.36m (3.7s), Wind: 3.3 m/s
Safest Overall
16:00Score: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.34m (3.7s), Wind: 2.4 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.36m, Wind: 4.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Giola ArchangelosAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Giola Archangelos
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 Giola Archangelos
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 Giola Archangelos
January
Score: 8.7
December
Score: 8.7
February
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Giola Archangelos
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
July
Visibility
17.1m / 56.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.6m / 2.0ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Giola Archangelos
Giola Archangelos shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.4°C) and January the coldest (2.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.6m 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 30, 2026
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