Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
The Sun Boat was intentionally sunk in 2010 off the northern shore of the Eilat Gulf, Israel. This 30-meter (100 feet) long wreck rests at a depth of 14 meters (42 feet), requiring a 10-15 minute swim and excellent navigation skills to reach it.
Underwater, the Sun Boat has become a sanctuary for a variety of marine creatures such as frog fish, groupers, puffers, and more. Don't forget to keep an eye out for rays gliding gracefully along the sandy bottom.
Please exercise caution when traveling to and from the site, as surfers often frequent the area.
Enhance your diving experience with 13 meters of visibility and a maximum depth of 16 meters. This dive site is recommended for advanced divers.
Located near the HaShalom Promenade and the Hotel district in Eilat, within the Beersheba Subdistrict of the South District in Israel, the Sun Boat wreck is easily accessible.
Underwater, the Sun Boat has become a sanctuary for a variety of marine creatures such as frog fish, groupers, puffers, and more. Don't forget to keep an eye out for rays gliding gracefully along the sandy bottom.
Please exercise caution when traveling to and from the site, as surfers often frequent the area.
Enhance your diving experience with 13 meters of visibility and a maximum depth of 16 meters. This dive site is recommended for advanced divers.
Located near the HaShalom Promenade and the Hotel district in Eilat, within the Beersheba Subdistrict of the South District in Israel, the Sun Boat wreck is easily accessible.
Diving Conditions Score for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
Depth
16m
Visibility
13m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
21.1 m/s
Water Temp
25.9°C
Visibility
41.32km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
33.3°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
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Dive Score Chart for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.32/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 20.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.996666666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט: 06:00
Sunset at Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט 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
15:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 20.6 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 14.8 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 8.7 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוטAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
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 Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
Water Temp
23.0°C / 73.4°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט
Sun Boat (Wreck) - סאן בוט shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (23.0°C) and December the coldest (19.0°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
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