Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    FOTINI

    Best months: Jan–May

    Why dive here

    FOTINI is a wreck dive in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Water ranges 26-32°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJan–May
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Water26-32°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive

    FOTINI sits right on the reef top, a stark sight with its stern poking out of the water. It’s an interesting wreck, not deep, more of a shallow exploration. We’ve found the best approach is to start shallow and follow the wreck as it slopes down to about 20 metres. The bow area, in particular, is a favourite. You’ll find schools of snappers and fusiliers swirling around the deck, darting in and out of the broken superstructure. The light plays beautifully through the gaps, creating these ethereal shafts of sun. On our last visit, we watched a solitary giant moray peering out from a shadowed cargo hold, its head swaying slowly. The shallow depth means you get good bottom time, so you can really take your time poking around, spotting the smaller stuff like nudibranchs on the encrusted railings. It’s perfect for photographers looking for interesting light and texture, and for divers who prefer a relaxed pace over deep dives.

    Safety Notes

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for FOTINI

    FOTINI Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for FOTINI, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (21.69, 39.01) (4km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    31°C

    87°F · Range: 28.7–32.1°C

    Current Speed

    2.24 cm/s

    Direction: NE (63.4°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.079 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    37.06 PSU

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

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