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SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

The Thistlegorm, a renowned wreck of a British freighter, is one of the world's most famous dive sites. Located approximately 40 kilometers west of Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt, this impressive wreck lies on a flat keel at a depth of 30 meters, with the bridge rising up to 17 meters.

Exploring the Thistlegorm offers divers the opportunity to see remarkable anti-aircraft guns, expansive deck areas showcasing trains, tenders, and winches. Inside the wreck, one can also find a cargo of military equipment and an abundance of marine life.

The site is particularly captivating due to its collection of motorcycles, trucks, guns with protective shields, and even a nearby steam locomotive. Sunk by a German bomber near the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula on October 6, 1941, this wreck was rediscovered in 1991 and has since become one of the most sought-after diving destinations in the Red Sea.

With a visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 26 meters, the Thistlegorm presents a thrilling adventure for advanced and expert divers. As one of Egypt's remarkable dive sites, the wreck is easily accessible near South Sinai, Egypt, providing divers with an unforgettable underwater experience.

Diving Conditions Score for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

8.3
Very Good

Very good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

Depth

26m

Visibility

19m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

Wave Height

0.76m

Wind Speed

10 m/s

Water Temp

25.6°C

Visibility

22.84km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.75s

Air Temperature

25.6°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)
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Dive Score Chart for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.98/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.94m, Wind 26.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.533333333333333/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at SS Thistlegorm (Wreck): 06:00
Sunset at SS Thistlegorm (Wreck): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at SS Thistlegorm (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.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.94m (4s), Wind: 26.5 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 10 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at SS Thistlegorm (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 SS Thistlegorm (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 SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

December
Score: 8.7
January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.4

Ideal Conditions for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.9°C / 82.2°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.9m / 42.3ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.6m / 5.2ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for SS Thistlegorm (Wreck)

SS Thistlegorm (Wreck) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.0°C) and January the coldest (11.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.6m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 17, 2026

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