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    Samos Plakas reef dive site
    reef
    Dodecanese, Greece
    SAMOS: OROS KERKETEFS - MIKRO KAI MEGALO SEITANI - DASOS KASTANIAS KAI LEKKAS, AKR. KATAVASIS - LIMENAS

    Samos Plakas reef

    Best months: Jun–Sep

    Protected Area

    SAMOS: OROS KERKETEFS - MIKRO KAI MEGALO SEITANI - DASOS KASTANIAS KAI LEKKAS, AKR. KATAVASIS - LIMENAS

    Why dive here

    Samos Plakas reef is a reef dive where divers can encounter dolphins, sea turtles and sperm whales. Water ranges 18-27°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJun–Sep
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Sea Turtles and Sperm Whales
    Water18-27°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive

    Plakas reef on Samos offers a straightforward dive, perfect for warming up or for newer divers. The reef itself is a series of rock formations, home to the usual Mediterranean suspects: moray eels tucked into crevices, small groupers, and octopuses if you have a keen eye. Visibility is typically good, making it a relaxed spot to spend an hour underwater without any major challenges. We'd suggest it for those looking for a calm, easy dive.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Samos Plakas reef

    Samos Plakas reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Samos Plakas reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (36.89, 27.33) (33km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    25°C

    76°F · Range: 22.7–26.4°C

    Current Speed

    11.18 cm/s

    Direction: W (280.3°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.08 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    39.53 PSU

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

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