Salem Express, wreck
The Salem Express is a dive site located near Shaab Sheer in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt. This wreck, an Egyptian ferryboat, tragically sank in 1991 with many casualties. With dimensions of 110m in length and nearly 18m in width, it now rests at a depth ranging from 12m to 33m. Despite being a relatively recent wreck, it already showcases impressive coral growth and serves as a habitat for various marine creatures. Divers can expect a visibility of 24m and a maximum depth of 26m. This site is recommended for advanced and expert divers. Embark on a captivating underwater adventure at the hauntingly captivating Salem Express in Egypt's Red Sea Governorate.
Diving Conditions Score for Salem Express, wreck
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Salem Express, wreck
Depth
26m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Salem Express, wreck
Wave Height
0.82m
Wind Speed
28.9 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
22.72km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
35.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Salem Express, wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Salem Express, wreck
Best time to dive: 9:00 with score 7.239999999999999/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.82m, Wind 28.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 5:00 with score 6.903333333333332/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Salem Express, wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Salem Express, wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Salem Express, wreck 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
9:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.82m (3.7s), Wind: 28.9 m/s
Best Night
5:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 0.9m, Wind: 8.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Salem Express, wreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Salem Express, wreck
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 Salem Express, wreck
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Salem Express, wreck
January
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.7
April
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for Salem Express, wreck
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
April
Visibility
12.5m / 41.0ft
December
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Salem Express, wreck
Salem Express, wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.9°C) and January the coldest (12.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.6m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026
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