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Kargı Island

Kargı Island, located to the west of Bodrum and close to Akyarlar, is a must-visit dive site in Turkey. With its proximity to Cos Island and the Bodrum peninsula, it offers divers a unique underwater experience. While the site is known for its strong current, it also boasts a thriving marine ecosystem, attracting a diverse range of wildlife.

Please note that Kargı Island is recommended for experienced divers only, as the deep and challenging conditions may require advanced diving skills. However, for those who are up for the challenge, there are three different routes to explore. The left wall provides a shallower and easier dive, perfect for divers looking for a more relaxed experience.

For a more exciting adventure, divers can venture to the hidden reef away from the island. This reef is teeming with marine life, offering a captivating and immersive underwater experience. From colorful corals to vibrant fish species, the reef is a haven for underwater enthusiasts.

With a maximum depth of 20m and visibility reaching up to 24m, Kargı Island promises excellent diving conditions and breathtaking views. So, if you're an advanced or expert level diver seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure in Turkey, Kargı Island should be at the top of your dive site list. Pack your gear and get ready to explore the wonders of the Aegean Sea.

Diving Conditions Score for Kargı Island

8.5
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Kargı Island

Depth

20m

Visibility

24m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Kargı Island

Wave Height

0.48m

Wind Speed

5.7 m/s

Water Temp

24.5°C

Visibility

40.82km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.3s

Air Temperature

24.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kargı Island
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Dive Score Chart for Kargı Island

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.571648995983935/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.48m, Wind 8.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 8.5603/10.

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

Sunrise at Kargı Island: 06:00
Sunset at Kargı Island: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Kargı 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
17:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.48m (4.15s), Wind: 8.6 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.44m, Wind: 3.9 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Kargı Island
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kargı 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 Kargı Island

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.0/10

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

Best Months for Kargı Island

December
Score: 8.1
January
Score: 8.0
February
Score: 7.9

Ideal Conditions for Kargı Island

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.0°C / 80.6°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.9m / 45.6ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.4m / 4.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Kargı Island

Kargı Island shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.0°C) and January the coldest (6.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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). March 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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