Al Munassir Wreck
The Al Munassir wreck is an 84-meter-long Navy vessel purposely sunken in 2003. It lies at a depth of 25 to 30 meters in a navigational position. This dive site boasts a rich array of marine life, including yellowtail snappers, honeycomb moray eels, various species of nudibranches, and grey peppered morays. Its abundant biodiversity and captivating underwater landscape make it a must-visit for advanced and expert divers. Located near Khaysat ash Shaykh, Muscat, Oman, this site offers a visibility of 9 meters and reaches a maximum depth of 27 meters. Explore the wonders of this underwater treasure in Oman.
Diving Conditions Score for Al Munassir Wreck
6.5
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Al Munassir Wreck
Depth
27m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Al Munassir Wreck
Wave Height
0.54m
Wind Speed
9.5 m/s
Water Temp
32°C
Visibility
16.16km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.75s
Air Temperature
30.9°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Al Munassir Wreck
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Dive Score Chart for Al Munassir Wreck
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 7.935028248587571/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 11.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.931794871794872/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Al Munassir Wreck: 06:00
Sunset at Al Munassir Wreck: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Al Munassir 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
15:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.5m (5.9s), Wind: 11.7 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.6m (5.5s), Wind: 8 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 2.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Al Munassir WreckAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Al Munassir 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 Al Munassir Wreck
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Al Munassir Wreck
March
Score: 9.2
November
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Al Munassir Wreck
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
October
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Al Munassir Wreck
Al Munassir Wreck shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (34.6°C) and January the coldest (17.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m 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). January is usually the driest month with 0.0mm 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 23, 2026
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