Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
The Satil, a missile ship deliberately sunk in 2008 to honor 12 fallen marines, now serves as a captivating dive site. Located approximately 3 kilometers (less than 2 miles) off the shore of Israel, near the Shuniot Achziv Islands, this underwater memorial rests at a depth of 26 meters (85 feet). Over time, the wreck has divided into three distinct sections. Despite its relatively recent submersion, the Satil teems with vibrant marine life, offering divers a captivating spectacle.
Please note the following details for your dive:
- Visibility: 15 meters
- Maximum depth: 22 meters
- Recommended diver level: advanced
Explore this remarkable dive site in Israel and pay tribute to the fallen marines.
Please note the following details for your dive:
- Visibility: 15 meters
- Maximum depth: 22 meters
- Recommended diver level: advanced
Explore this remarkable dive site in Israel and pay tribute to the fallen marines.
Diving Conditions Score for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
Depth
22m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
22.6 m/s
Water Temp
28°C
Visibility
37.2km
Cloud Cover
54%
Wave Period
5.75s
Air Temperature
27.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
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Dive Score Chart for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.394466666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.98m, Wind 12.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.1296513661202185/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון: 06:00
Sunset at Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.98m (5.9s), Wind: 12.3 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.92m (6s), Wind: 15.7 m/s
Best Night
2:00Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.88m, Wind: 13.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידוןAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
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 Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
December
Score: 9.2
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
July
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון
Kidon Satil (Wreck) - סטיל אחי כידון shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.4°C) and January the coldest (9.2°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.8m 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). April 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 - Jul 5, 2026
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