Elba Reef
Why dive here
With 55+ marine species recorded in the area - including pufferfish - Elba Reef offers some of Port Sudan & Sanganeb's richest reef diving. Water ranges 25-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
Elba Reef offers a solid Red Sea dive, though it won't redefine your logbook. You'll likely encounter a good mix of pelagics cruising the drop-off and plenty of the usual reef fish patrolling the coral bommies. It's a reliable choice for divers looking for a straightforward, enjoyable dive without any major surprises or challenges, a good option if you’re newer to the region or just want to relax underwater.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Elba Reef
Elba Reef Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Elba Reef, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (19.94, 37.4) (17km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
31°C
88°F · Range: 29.9–32.3°C
Current Speed
7.07 cm/s
Direction: S (171.9°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.088 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
37.37 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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