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Great wall - Kelifos Island

Kelifos Island, situated between the Sithonia and Kassandra peninsulas in Halkidiki's Toroneos Gulf, is a captivating small landmass adrift on the glistening waters. Covering an area of 2 square kilometers, this uninhabited island is home to a variety of wildlife, including wild goats. However, it is renowned for its awe-inspiring underwater terrain.

This picturesque island is a hotspot for scuba diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. With depths ranging from 5 to 150 meters, Kelifos Island offers an unparalleled underwater adventure. The crystal-clear waters boast a visibility of 20 meters, allowing divers to marvel at the vibrant marine life and astonishing sights that lie beneath the surface.

Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, Kelifos Island caters to divers of all skill levels. With a maximum depth of 23 meters, it presents an excellent opportunity for divers to explore its captivating underwater world.

Located in Greece, Kelifos Island is in close proximity to Neos Marmaras, Sithonia Municipal Unit, Municipality of Sithonia, Chalkidiki Regional Unit, Central Macedonia, Macedonia and Thrace, 63081, Greece. Its accessibility, combined with its stunning beauty, makes it a must-visit destination for divers seeking an unforgettable underwater experience.

Diving Conditions Score for Great wall - Kelifos Island

8.9
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Great wall - Kelifos Island

Depth

23m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Great wall - Kelifos Island

Wave Height

0.1m

Wind Speed

6.5 m/s

Water Temp

27°C

Visibility

40.52km

Cloud Cover

26%

Wave Period

3.05s

Air Temperature

28.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Great wall - Kelifos Island
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Dive Score Chart for Great wall - Kelifos Island

Best time to dive: 11:00 with score 9.504285714285714/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.12m, Wind 2.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 9.121420765027324/10.

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

Sunrise at Great wall - Kelifos Island: 06:00
Sunset at Great wall - Kelifos Island: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Great wall - Kelifos Island 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
11:00

Score: 9.5/10
Waves: 0.12m (2.8s), Wind: 2.9 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 9.1/10
Waves: 0.1m, Wind: 2.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Great wall - Kelifos Island
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Great wall - Kelifos Island

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 Great wall - Kelifos Island

Winter

Avg. Score: 9.9/10

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

Best Months for Great wall - Kelifos Island

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 9.9
December
Score: 9.8

Ideal Conditions for Great wall - Kelifos Island

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

24.0°C / 75.2°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Great wall - Kelifos Island

Great wall - Kelifos Island shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (24.0°C) and December the coldest (20.0°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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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