Anas Reef
Anas Reef, a thriving coral island in the Abu Tair area of Saudi Arabia, offers an exceptional diving experience. With its healthy reef and abundant marine life, the site provides excellent visibility, thanks to the presence of sponges that keep the waters clear year-round. Divers can encounter a variety of sharks, rays, and the diverse array of fish species commonly found in the Red Sea.
The main attractions at Anas Reef are the mesmerizing blue spotted rays and jack fishes, creating stunning visuals as they swim in schools around the reef. Occasionally, divers may even catch a glimpse of black tip reef sharks passing by, adding excitement to the dive. Furthermore, macro life thrives here, providing fantastic opportunities for underwater photographers to capture captivating shots.
With a visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, Anas Reef caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located in close proximity to Saudi Arabia, this dive site is easily accessible for those seeking adventure in the Red Sea.
Revisit Anas Reef to experience its vibrant marine ecosystem, where abundant marine life, remarkable visibility, and picturesque surroundings await.
The main attractions at Anas Reef are the mesmerizing blue spotted rays and jack fishes, creating stunning visuals as they swim in schools around the reef. Occasionally, divers may even catch a glimpse of black tip reef sharks passing by, adding excitement to the dive. Furthermore, macro life thrives here, providing fantastic opportunities for underwater photographers to capture captivating shots.
With a visibility of 16 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters, Anas Reef caters to divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located in close proximity to Saudi Arabia, this dive site is easily accessible for those seeking adventure in the Red Sea.
Revisit Anas Reef to experience its vibrant marine ecosystem, where abundant marine life, remarkable visibility, and picturesque surroundings await.
Diving Conditions Score for Anas Reef
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Anas Reef
Depth
17m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Anas Reef
Wave Height
1.38m
Wind Speed
24.1 m/s
Water Temp
29.3°C
Visibility
22.82km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.3s
Air Temperature
30.6°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Anas Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Anas Reef
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 6.666666666666667/10. Water conditions: Waves 1.14m, Wind 29.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.189733333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Anas Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Anas Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Anas 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
6:00Score: 6.7/10
Waves: 1.14m (4.6s), Wind: 29.5 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 6.2/10
Waves: 1.16m, Wind: 29.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Anas ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Anas 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 Anas Reef
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.1/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Anas Reef
November
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.2
October
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Anas Reef
Water Temp
26.8°C / 80.2°F
October
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.0m / 6.6ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Anas Reef
Anas Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (30.4°C) and January the coldest (19.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.0m 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 18, 2026
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