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    El Mina dive site
    reef
    16m
    Beginner
    Safaga, Egypt

    El Mina

    Best months: May–Jul

    Why dive here

    El Mina is a reef dive where divers can encounter humpback whales, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeMay–Jul
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeHumpback Whales, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks
    Water22-30°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 16m

    El Mina is a decent wreck dive in Safaga, lying on its side at 16 meters. We often find lionfish tucked into the superstructure and schools of glassfish shimmering inside. It’s a good spot for newer divers looking for their first wreck experience, or anyone wanting a relaxed afternoon dive. Current is usually mild here, making for an easy exploration.

    Typical El Mina Dive Profile

    10mSafety Stop0m16m max~50 min estimated bottom time

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

    Safety Notes

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

    Today05:4017:2011h 40m daylightGolden hour 16:50

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for El Mina

    El Mina Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for El Mina, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (26.49, 34.08) (12km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    28°C

    82°F · Range: 26.4–29°C

    Current Speed

    28.79 cm/s

    Direction: S (159.7°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.07 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    38.69 PSU

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

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