SS Umbria
Protected Area
Sanganeb Atoll
Why dive here
With 55+ marine species recorded in the area - including pufferfish - SS Umbria offers some of Port Sudan & Sanganeb's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 25-32°C, warmest July, August, September.
The SS Umbria. Now, this is a wreck with a story, isn't it? Scuttled by her own captain back in 1940 to avoid capture, she now rests on her side at a comfortable 23 meters. We particularly like the access here; the holds are huge and open, inviting you inside to explore the remnants of her cargo – think Fiat cars, cases of wine, even stacks of bombs, all eerily preserved. Outside, the superstructure has become a home for schooling bannerfish and occasional reef sharks cruising by. It’s a compelling dive for anyone with some wreck experience looking for a genuine piece of history.
Typical SS Umbria Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 23m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for SS Umbria
SS Umbria Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for SS Umbria, 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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