Crete, Greece
    KENTRIKI KAI NOTIA NAXOS: ZAS KAI VIGLA EOS MAVROVOUNI KAI THALASSIA ZONI (ORMOS KARADES - ORMOS MOUTSOUNAS)

    Stephen s reef

    Best months: Jul–Oct

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    KENTRIKI KAI NOTIA NAXOS: ZAS KAI VIGLA EOS MAVROVOUNI KAI THALASSIA ZONI (ORMOS KARADES - ORMOS MOUTSOUNAS)

    Why dive here

    Stephen s reef 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

    Stephen's Reef in Crete offers a straightforward Mediterranean reef dive. You'll navigate through a series of coral formations, keeping an eye out for nudibranchs and small reef fish. It’s a good spot for a relaxed dive, suitable for those looking to enjoy some quiet time underwater. We find it’s best enjoyed at a leisurely pace, allowing you to appreciate the smaller details.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Stephen s reef

    Stephen s reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Stephen s reef, 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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