Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
The Nitzan, an artificial dive site, was created by sinking a fishing boat in April 2012. This underwater attraction is located 6 km (3.7 miles) from the shore in Israel's Shikun Vatikim, Nahariah, Acre Subdistrict, North District. With a maximum depth of 14 meters (46 feet) and visibility reaching 8 meters (26 feet), the Nitzan is a suitable site for beginner divers.
Measuring 25 meters (82 feet) in length, the Nitzan offers divers the opportunity to explore the entirety of the ship and even penetrate its interior, provided they possess the necessary qualifications. Despite being a relatively new wreck, it is already teeming with marine life, serving as a habitat to various Mediterranean fish and creatures, including cave fish within the ship and rays at the bottom.
Dive into the depths of the Nitzan and discover the captivating underwater world it offers. Plan your dive at this remarkable dive site in Israel for an unforgettable experience.
Measuring 25 meters (82 feet) in length, the Nitzan offers divers the opportunity to explore the entirety of the ship and even penetrate its interior, provided they possess the necessary qualifications. Despite being a relatively new wreck, it is already teeming with marine life, serving as a habitat to various Mediterranean fish and creatures, including cave fish within the ship and rays at the bottom.
Dive into the depths of the Nitzan and discover the captivating underwater world it offers. Plan your dive at this remarkable dive site in Israel for an unforgettable experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
8.5
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
Depth
14m
Visibility
8m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
6.7 m/s
Water Temp
27.8°C
Visibility
32.02km
Cloud Cover
60%
Wave Period
5.95s
Air Temperature
25.7°C
Precipitation
0.1 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
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Dive Score Chart for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.121319607843137/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 7.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 8.184919607843137/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית: 06:00
Sunset at Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית 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
5:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.8m (6.8s), Wind: 2.2 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.8m (6.8s), Wind: 7.8 m/s
Best Day
6:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.8m, Wind: 7.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכיתAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
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 Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
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 Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
December
Score: 9.2
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
Water Temp
26.2°C / 79.2°F
July
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית
Nitzan (Wreck) - הספינה התורכית shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.2°C) and January the coldest (9.0°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 7, 2026
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