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Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

The wreck of a Turkish boat sank during a storm in 1998, providing an exceptional diving experience for advanced and expert divers. Situated at a depth of 12 meters (36 feet) and resting on its side, this underwater site offers a mesmerizing spectacle. The boat carried 850 tons of cement sacks, which spilled out around the wreck and solidified over time into captivating cement boulders.

Located near Carmel Station in Haifa, Israel, this dive site presents a visibility of 10 meters and a maximum depth of 11 meters. Divers can anticipate encountering an array of marine life, including typical Mediterranean fish as well as unique species such as night/cave fish that inhabit the wreck.

Discover the thriving ecosystem that has transformed this wreck into its home. Immerse yourself in this distinctive underwater habitat and uncover the hidden treasures beneath the sea's surface.

Diving Conditions Score for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

8.9
Very Good

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

Dive Site Overview for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

Depth

11m

Visibility

10m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

Wave Height

0.74m

Wind Speed

3.5 m/s

Water Temp

26.1°C

Visibility

34.76km

Cloud Cover

14%

Wave Period

6.4s

Air Temperature

25.1°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית
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Dive Score Chart for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.682266666666665/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.74m, Wind 6.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.721494488188977/10.

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

Sunrise at Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית: 06:00
Sunset at Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית 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
0:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.72m (6.35s), Wind: 3.1 m/s

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Safest Overall
6:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.74m (6.4s), Wind: 6.5 m/s

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Best Day
6:00

Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.74m, Wind: 6.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

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 Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.9/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

December
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.9
January
Score: 8.8

Ideal Conditions for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.0°C / 78.8°F

July

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.6m / 51.2ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.0m / 3.3ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית

Turkish Cement Boat (Wreck) - אוניית המלט הטורכית shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (26.0°C) and January the coldest (8.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.0m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 20, 2026

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