Mikhmoret
Mikhmoret, located in Israel, offers divers an unforgettable underwater adventure. This exceptional shore dive guides you through a captivating rocky reef adorned with intricate channels and curves. As you explore this site, you'll stumble upon intriguing surprises, such as ancient anchors and remnants of pottery that tell tales of a bygone era. With a maximum depth of approximately 7 meters (24 feet) and excellent visibility up to 5 meters, Mikhmoret is perfect for divers of all skill levels, including beginners.
This picturesque dive site boasts a thriving Mediterranean ecosystem, teeming with a wide variety of fish and marine life. Prepare to be enchanted by the vibrant hues of nudibranchs, the elusive movements of octopuses, the graceful presence of squid, and the scuttling of crabs. In addition, lucky divers may catch a glimpse of small rays gracefully gliding through the crystal-clear waters.
For an added convenience, Mikhmoret is near Kushi Beach bar in Hadera, situated in the Hadera Subdistrict of the Haifa District, Israel. Immerse yourself in the wonders of Mikhmoret and discover the natural beauty that lies beneath the surface.
Diving Conditions Score for Mikhmoret
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Mikhmoret
Depth
7m
Visibility
5m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Mikhmoret
Wave Height
0.66m
Wind Speed
15 m/s
Water Temp
26.6°C
Visibility
30.68km
Cloud Cover
55%
Wave Period
4.6s
Air Temperature
25.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Mikhmoret
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.685113165266106/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.64m, Wind 7.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.490719191919192/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Mikhmoret 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.
Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.64m (5.95s), Wind: 7.4 m/s
Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for MikhmoretAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mikhmoret
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 Mikhmoret
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Mikhmoret
Ideal Conditions for Mikhmoret
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
August
Visibility
15.1m / 49.5ft
December
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mikhmoret
Mikhmoret shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (26.8°C) and January the coldest (8.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 1.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 21, 2026