Shag Rock (Kingston)
One of the highlights of diving at Shag Rock is the exceptional visibility of up to 24 meters. This clear water provides the perfect opportunity to capture stunning underwater photographs with your camera. The natural lighting during the day further enhances the beauty of the wreck, allowing you to explore its intricate details.
As you explore the dive site, you will encounter an abundance of table corals, providing shelter to a vibrant array of fish species. The diverse marine life adds to the allure of this dive, making it a must-visit destination for underwater enthusiasts.
With a maximum depth of 19 meters, divers of all experience levels can enjoy the wonders of Shag Rock. Whether you are a beginner looking to expand your skills or an advanced diver seeking new adventures, this dive site offers something for everyone.
Immerse yourself in the captivating underwater world of Shag Rock and the historic Kingston wreck. Plan your dive trip to this remarkable dive site in Egypt's South Sinai region for an unforgettable experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Shag Rock (Kingston)
Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Shag Rock (Kingston)
Depth
19m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Shag Rock (Kingston)
Wave Height
0.7m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
25.7°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
3.65s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Shag Rock (Kingston)
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.423333333333332/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.923333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Shag Rock (Kingston) 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: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.7m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Shag Rock (Kingston)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shag Rock (Kingston)
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 Shag Rock (Kingston)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Shag Rock (Kingston)
Ideal Conditions for Shag Rock (Kingston)
Water Temp
22.8°C / 73.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Shag Rock (Kingston)
Shag Rock (Kingston) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.8°C) and December the coldest (18.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 22, 2026