Abbas reef
Located just a short boat ride away from Kizimkazi in Tanzania, this breathtaking dive site offers a fantastic experience for both beginners and seasoned divers. The reef itself may be small, but it boasts a vibrant ecosystem with flourishing and stunning corals, as well as a rich variety of marine life.
Divers exploring this site will be treated to an impressive array of underwater creatures. Swim alongside tropical fish, encounter majestic blue spotted stingrays, marvel at seahorses and nudibranchs, and observe the graceful movements of moray eels, sand eels, boxfish, and stonefish. Keep an eye out for the camouflaged scorpionfish, the vibrant trigge fish, the vibrant parrotfish, and the elegant butterfly fish. Additionally, the site is also home to flounder and many other fascinating species.
With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 14m, this dive site provides an excellent opportunity for divers of all levels to explore its wonders. Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, the diversity of this underwater paradise will leave you in awe.
Plan your dive adventure now and discover the hidden treasures of this captivating dive site near Kizimkazi, Tanzania.
Divers exploring this site will be treated to an impressive array of underwater creatures. Swim alongside tropical fish, encounter majestic blue spotted stingrays, marvel at seahorses and nudibranchs, and observe the graceful movements of moray eels, sand eels, boxfish, and stonefish. Keep an eye out for the camouflaged scorpionfish, the vibrant trigge fish, the vibrant parrotfish, and the elegant butterfly fish. Additionally, the site is also home to flounder and many other fascinating species.
With a visibility of 16m and a maximum depth of 14m, this dive site provides an excellent opportunity for divers of all levels to explore its wonders. Whether you are a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert, the diversity of this underwater paradise will leave you in awe.
Plan your dive adventure now and discover the hidden treasures of this captivating dive site near Kizimkazi, Tanzania.
Diving Conditions Score for Abbas reef
7
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Abbas reef
Depth
14m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Abbas reef
Wave Height
1.42m
Wind Speed
22.2 m/s
Water Temp
27°C
Visibility
7.28km
Cloud Cover
51%
Wave Period
6.2s
Air Temperature
25.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Abbas reef
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Dive Score Chart for Abbas reef
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 6.8853333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.42m, Wind 23.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 6.411533333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Abbas reef: 06:00
Sunset at Abbas reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Abbas reef are affected by daylight hours. Sunrise occurs at 06:00 and sunset at 18:00, which impacts visibility and water temperature for scuba diving and snorkeling.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 6.9/10
Waves: 1.42m (6.3s), Wind: 23.2 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 6.4/10
Waves: 1.44m, Wind: 24.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Abbas reefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Abbas reef
The dive score combines all factors to rate overall diving conditions throughout the year. Higher scores indicate better diving conditions.
Monthly Dive Score Analysis - Seasonal Diving Conditions
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Seasonal DiveScore Chart
This chart displays monthly diveScore data throughout the year, showing seasonal patterns. The data is presented as a bar chart with an overlaid line graph.Dive scores range from 1 to 10, with 10 being optimal conditions.
Higher values indicate better diving conditions
Best Season for Abbas reef
Summer
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Summer offers the warmest water temperatures and generally favorable conditions for all levels of divers.
Best Months for Abbas reef
June
Score: 9.6
July
Score: 9.5
May
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Abbas reef
Water Temp
26.4°C / 79.5°F
May
Visibility
11.8m / 38.7ft
December
Wave Height
1.6m / 5.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Abbas reef
Abbas reef follows southern hemisphere patterns with May being the warmest month (26.4°C) and October the coldest (22.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in December with a low wave steepness ratio, creating gentler swells. January offers the longest wave periods (8.0s), creating more comfortable and predictable conditions for boat entries and exits. Ocean currents are slowest in January (0.5m/s) and strongest in January (0.5m/s). February is usually the driest month with 0.4mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during December to February, when ocean conditions are calmer with long-period waves and currents are typically weaker. Experienced divers might enjoy the challenges and potentially better visibility during the shoulder seasons, with moderate currents that can improve marine life encounters.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026
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