St. George
The Shallow part begins at a depth of 6 meters and gradually descends to around 12-13 meters. As you venture deeper into the Deeper part, the depth ranges from 12 to 19 meters. With a maximum depth of 14 meters, this site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Prepare to be mesmerized by the abundance of typical Mediterranean sea life that flourishes in these waters. However, it's worth noting that the Lionfish population has significantly increased, establishing their dominance along the reef wall.
Divers with an Open Water Diver (OWD) certification or higher are welcome to explore this site. The recommended maximum depth is 20 meters, and you can expect an enjoyable dive duration of 50-65 minutes. With a visibility distance of approximately 12 meters, you'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the underwater wonders of St. George.
For those seeking convenience, St. George Sarandaris is located nearby at Οδος Αγιου Γεωργιου, Anissaras, in the Community of Limin Chersonisou, Chersonisos Municipal Unit, Municipality of Chersonissos, Heraklion Regional Unit, Region of Crete, 70014, Greece.
Discover the beauty that lies beneath the surface at the St. George dive site in Hersonissos, Greece. Begin your underwater adventure today.
Diving Conditions Score for St. George
Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for St. George
Depth
14m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for St. George
Wave Height
0.94m
Wind Speed
21.1 m/s
Water Temp
24.3°C
Visibility
38.02km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.35s
Air Temperature
26.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for St. George
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.6991000000000005/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.9m, Wind 15.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.553333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at St. George 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: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.9m (4.25s), Wind: 15.2 m/s
Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.86m (4.3s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 6.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for St. GeorgeAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at St. George
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 St. George
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for St. George
Ideal Conditions for St. George
Water Temp
25.3°C / 77.5°F
July
Visibility
17.4m / 57.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for St. George
St. George shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (25.3°C) and January the coldest (7.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 0.5m 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 23, 2026