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    SAMAR dive site
    wreck
    5m
    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    SAMAR

    Best months: Jan–May

    Why dive here

    SAMAR 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 · max 5m

    The Samar wreck lies just off Jeddah, a motor vessel that went aground back in 1975. At only 5 metres deep, it’s less about penetration and more about the light play and the way the Red Sea has reclaimed it. You'll find the shallow hull draped in soft corals, home to smaller reef fish darting between rusted plates. It's a relaxed, easy dive, perfect for photographers wanting to capture sunlight on coral or for those just starting out with wreck diving, offering a glimpse into the Red Sea's knack for turning old steel into a vibrant habitat.

    Typical SAMAR Dive Profile

    5mSafety Stop0m5m max~60 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

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

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    Nearest Dive Centres to SAMAR

    Dive shops near SAMAR

    West Coast Diver

    26km away
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    Al-Haddad Scuba

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    Safety Stop Dive Center

    27km away
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    Al-Haddad SCUBA - Sheraton Resort

    27km away
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    Dive Destination

    28km away
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    Giant Stride Diver

    28km away
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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SAMAR

    SAMAR Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for SAMAR, 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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