Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
Abu Galawa Kebir, also known as Big Lagoon, is a remarkable dive site situated in the Red Sea Governorate of Egypt. This site features two expansive reefs, with the north side being the larger one. Divers will be enchanted by the beautiful shallow lagoon, outer reef, magnificent coral garden, and sandy bottom that culminates in an impressive drop-off. On the south reef, divers will also discover a fascinating wreck to explore.
Abu Galawa Kebir is teeming with a diverse range of marine life, including turtles, whitetip reef sharks, blue spotted stingrays, octopuses, Nemo clownfish, scorpionfish, and an array of soft and hard corals. This underwater paradise offers a captivating experience for both beginner and advanced divers.
With a visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, Abu Galawa Kebir promises excellent conditions for diving. Exploring this awe-inspiring dive site in Egypt is highly recommended for divers of all levels.
Abu Galawa Kebir is teeming with a diverse range of marine life, including turtles, whitetip reef sharks, blue spotted stingrays, octopuses, Nemo clownfish, scorpionfish, and an array of soft and hard corals. This underwater paradise offers a captivating experience for both beginner and advanced divers.
With a visibility of 22 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, Abu Galawa Kebir promises excellent conditions for diving. Exploring this awe-inspiring dive site in Egypt is highly recommended for divers of all levels.
Diving Conditions Score for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
Depth
18m
Visibility
22m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
Wave Height
0.88m
Wind Speed
25.4 m/s
Water Temp
28°C
Visibility
26.6km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.5s
Air Temperature
28°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.8m, Wind 23.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 21:00 with score 7.6/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck 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: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.8m (4.7s), Wind: 23.1 m/s
Best Night
21:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.7m, Wind: 25.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Abu Galawa Kebir WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
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 Galawa Kebir Wreck
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
December
Score: 8.8
November
Score: 8.7
January
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
Water Temp
26.1°C / 79.0°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.6m / 8.5ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck
Abu Galawa Kebir Wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (29.9°C) and January the coldest (16.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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 21, 2026
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