Abu Dabab South
Located in the bay of Abu Dabab and easily accessible via a sandy beach or Zodiac, this dive site offers a breathtaking underwater experience. With mesmerizing coral blocks found at depths of 14, 16, 18, and 24 meters, divers are treated to a colorful spectacle of marine life.
Prepare to encounter a diverse range of marine creatures including moray eels, crocodile fish, snake eels, puffer fish, trigger fish, and even leopard rays, making for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
This dive site, situated in Egypt's Red Sea Governorate, offers excellent visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 15 meters. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert in exploration, this site caters to divers of all levels.
Close to the Malikia Resort Abu Dabbab in Al Qusair, Marsa Aalam Road, Marsa Alam City, this location is easily accessible for those looking to explore the wonders of the underwater world.
Discover the beauty of Abu Dabab's pristine waters and vibrant marine life.
Prepare to encounter a diverse range of marine creatures including moray eels, crocodile fish, snake eels, puffer fish, trigger fish, and even leopard rays, making for an unforgettable underwater adventure.
This dive site, situated in Egypt's Red Sea Governorate, offers excellent visibility of 19 meters and a maximum depth of 15 meters. Whether you're a beginner, advanced diver, or an expert in exploration, this site caters to divers of all levels.
Close to the Malikia Resort Abu Dabbab in Al Qusair, Marsa Aalam Road, Marsa Alam City, this location is easily accessible for those looking to explore the wonders of the underwater world.
Discover the beauty of Abu Dabab's pristine waters and vibrant marine life.
Diving Conditions Score for Abu Dabab South
8.4
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Abu Dabab South
Depth
15m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Abu Dabab South
Wave Height
0.44m
Wind Speed
17.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.4°C
Visibility
25.12km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.3s
Air Temperature
27.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Abu Dabab South
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Dive Score Chart for Abu Dabab South
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.34087912087912/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.6m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.996969696969697/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Abu Dabab South: 06:00
Sunset at Abu Dabab South: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Abu Dabab South 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: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.6m (4.55s), Wind: 10 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.42m, Wind: 15.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Abu Dabab SouthAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Abu Dabab South
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 Abu Dabab South
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Abu Dabab South
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Abu Dabab South
Water Temp
26.1°C / 79.0°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Abu Dabab South
Abu Dabab South shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.1°C) and January the coldest (13.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.0m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm of precipitation. For beginners, the best time to visit would be during January to March, 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 23, 2026
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