Salim ED
Shore dive accessible by minibus. Enter through a hole in the reef roof to explore a highly irregular reef formation with vibrant coral gardens on both sides, reaching a depth of approximately 15m. Discover a captivating labyrinth of tunnels, caves, and canyons teeming with magnificent giant groupers and scorpion fish. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the underwater world, surrounded by a stunning coral garden.
Diving Conditions Score for Salim ED
8.3
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Salim ED
Depth
23m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Salim ED
Wave Height
1.02m
Wind Speed
8.7 m/s
Water Temp
26.8°C
Visibility
22.88km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.55s
Air Temperature
27.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Salim ED
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Dive Score Chart for Salim ED
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.523333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.74m, Wind 6.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.563333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Salim ED: 06:00
Sunset at Salim ED: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Salim ED 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
18:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.72m (4.45s), Wind: 0.9 m/s
Safest Overall
17:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.74m (4.4s), Wind: 6.1 m/s
Best Day
17:00Score: 8.5/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 6.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Salim EDAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Salim ED
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 Salim ED
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 Salim ED
January
Score: 8.6
April
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for Salim ED
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Salim ED
Salim ED shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.7°C) and January the coldest (12.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.8m 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). January 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 - Jun 22, 2026
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