Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
Discover an incredible diving experience at a captivating shallow reef in Israel. This dive site offers an optimal depth of 10m (33 feet) with exceptional visibility of 25m (82 feet). Perfect for divers of all levels, including beginners, this site in Neve Menahem Begin, Nahariah, Acre Subdistrict, North District, Israel showcases intricate rock formations formed by the currents over time. Dive into a mesmerizing underwater landscape adorned with enchanting passage ways and breathtaking canyons. Explore the hidden coves and enjoy encounters with a diverse range of marine life including groupers, moray eels, squid, octopuses, and more. Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of this dive site and create unforgettable memories.
Diving Conditions Score for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
7.8
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
Depth
10m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
8.6 m/s
Water Temp
26.3°C
Visibility
30.84km
Cloud Cover
55%
Wave Period
6.4s
Air Temperature
20.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
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Dive Score Chart for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.606966666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 3.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 8.18163615819209/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון: 06:00
Sunset at Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון 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
6:00Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.72m (6.4s), Wind: 3.8 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.64m, Wind: 6.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציוןAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
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 Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
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 Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
December
Score: 9.2
January
Score: 8.9
February
Score: 8.9
Ideal Conditions for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
July
Visibility
16.4m / 53.8ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון
Shavie Zion Caves - מערות שבי ציון shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.4°C) and January the coldest (9.2°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 - Jun 20, 2026
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