The Anchor
Discover the captivating 3-meter anchor, which lends its name to this remarkable dive site in Greece. Submerged at a maximum depth of 23 meters, the impressive anchor and its chain remain as a testament to a sunken steamer ship from the First World War era.
Prepare to be mesmerized by a plethora of marine life, including barracuda, grouper, and an abundance of other fish species. With visibility reaching up to 19 meters, this dive promises an immersive underwater experience like no other.
Advanced divers or those with higher certification levels will immensely enjoy this dive, which is conveniently located just a short 20-minute boat ride from the shore. Apart from the awe-inspiring anchor, divers can also explore a pair of intriguing caves and marvel at the exceptional marine ecosystem surrounding them.
Embrace an unforgettable diving adventure as you embark on this enthralling underwater exploration, situated close to the local dive center in Giannades, Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands, Corfu Regional Unit, Ioanian Islands, Peloponnese, Western Greece, and the Ionian region.
Prepare to be mesmerized by a plethora of marine life, including barracuda, grouper, and an abundance of other fish species. With visibility reaching up to 19 meters, this dive promises an immersive underwater experience like no other.
Advanced divers or those with higher certification levels will immensely enjoy this dive, which is conveniently located just a short 20-minute boat ride from the shore. Apart from the awe-inspiring anchor, divers can also explore a pair of intriguing caves and marvel at the exceptional marine ecosystem surrounding them.
Embrace an unforgettable diving adventure as you embark on this enthralling underwater exploration, situated close to the local dive center in Giannades, Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands, Corfu Regional Unit, Ioanian Islands, Peloponnese, Western Greece, and the Ionian region.
Diving Conditions Score for The Anchor
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for The Anchor
Depth
23m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for The Anchor
Wave Height
0.64m
Wind Speed
6.5 m/s
Water Temp
24.5°C
Visibility
39.06km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.95s
Air Temperature
22.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for The Anchor
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Dive Score Chart for The Anchor
Best time to dive: 8:00 with score 8.976666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.42m, Wind 2.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.402587064676617/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at The Anchor: 06:00
Sunset at The Anchor: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at The Anchor 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
8:00Score: 9.0/10
Waves: 0.42m (3.75s), Wind: 2.5 m/s
Best Night
22:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.26m, Wind: 4.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for The AnchorAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at The Anchor
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 The Anchor
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.4/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for The Anchor
January
Score: 8.8
December
Score: 8.4
February
Score: 8.1
Ideal Conditions for The Anchor
Water Temp
27.6°C / 81.7°F
July
Visibility
15.9m / 52.2ft
October
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for The Anchor
The Anchor shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (27.6°C) and January the coldest (6.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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). March 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 - Jul 10, 2026
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