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    Kolimbari dive site
    reef
    10-25m
    Crete, Greece
    CHERSONISOS RODOPOU – PARALIA MALEME -KOLPOS CHANION

    Kolimbari

    Best months: Jul–Oct

    Protected Area

    CHERSONISOS RODOPOU – PARALIA MALEME -KOLPOS CHANION

    Why dive here

    Kolimbari is a reef dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Oct
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeSea Turtles
    Water17-27°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 10-25m

    Kolimbari offers a straightforward dive, typical of the Mediterranean. Expect rocky reefs and seagrass beds, perfect for spotting octopuses, moray eels, and various smaller fish sheltering in the crevices. It’s a good option for those looking for a relaxed dive to practice skills or enjoy the calm underwater scenery. We'd say it’s best suited for beginners or divers wanting an easy afternoon out.

    Typical Kolimbari Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m10m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.

    Today06:2817:5711h 28m daylightGolden hour 17:22

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Kolimbari

    Kolimbari Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Kolimbari, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.42, 24.79) (35km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    24°C

    75°F · Range: 22.3–25.7°C

    Current Speed

    4 cm/s

    Direction: S (180°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.086 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    39.3 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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