Turkey
Ayvalık
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Ayvalık in Balıkesir Province offers coastal diving along the Aegean Sea with small to medium boats from the town. The area features rocky shores and shallow reefs with generally calm conditions, visibility influenced by seasonal winds. Divers typically encounter seagrass beds, small fishes, and macro life; deeper sites can reveal more colorful walls and columns. The region serves recreational divers looking for accessible shore dives and nearby island hopping, with limited local dive infrastructure.
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The best months to dive in Ayvalık are from June to July. Temperatures are confortable (27-29°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.
Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.
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