Saint Nikolas Island
Protected Area
SANTORINI: NEA KAI PALIA KAMENI - PROFITIS ILIAS
Why dive here
Saint Nikolas Island is a dive where divers can encounter sea turtles. Water ranges 17-27°C, warmest July, August, September.
Saint Nikolas Island offers a straightforward dive in the Mediterranean, good for those looking for an easy entry into Cretan waters. We've seen octopus tucked into the rocks and small schools of damselfish flitting around. It’s a solid spot for less experienced divers or for a relaxed second dive of the day.
Nearest Dive Centres to Saint Nikolas Island
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Mediterranean Dive Club
SANTORINI SCUBA ACADEMY
Navy's Waterworld Diving Center
DIVE SAFARI
Caldera Dive
Meltemi Dive Centre
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Saint Nikolas Island
Saint Nikolas Island Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Saint Nikolas Island, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (35.42, 24.79) (35km away)
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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