Bill's Bumps
Bill's Bumps, situated along the western wall of Fahal Island, is a premier dive site accessible via a convenient 30-minute boat ride. This location boasts an array of captivating features, including tunnels, holes, and the opportunity to venture inside. Exploring the shallow water near the wall unravels a world teeming with diverse marine life, including various species of triggerfish, butterfly fish, sea turtles, moray eels, as well as rays and fishes, making it a favorite destination for underwater enthusiasts.
Optimal visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters ensure an immersive and captivating diving experience. Suitable for divers of all proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced and expert, this dive site provides an unforgettable underwater escapade. Bill's Bumps proudly stands as a remarkable dive site in Oman, situated near other noteworthy locations like Shark Island, Sahma Street, Muscat, Oman (116).
Explore the wonders of Bill's Bumps and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure in the crystal-clear waters of Oman.
Optimal visibility of 12 meters and a maximum depth of 19 meters ensure an immersive and captivating diving experience. Suitable for divers of all proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced and expert, this dive site provides an unforgettable underwater escapade. Bill's Bumps proudly stands as a remarkable dive site in Oman, situated near other noteworthy locations like Shark Island, Sahma Street, Muscat, Oman (116).
Explore the wonders of Bill's Bumps and embark on an unforgettable diving adventure in the crystal-clear waters of Oman.
Diving Conditions Score for Bill's Bumps
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 Bill's Bumps
Depth
19m
Visibility
12m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Bill's Bumps
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
6 m/s
Water Temp
32.6°C
Visibility
24.32km
Cloud Cover
1%
Wave Period
4.25s
Air Temperature
36.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bill's Bumps
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Dive Score Chart for Bill's Bumps
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.277458730158731/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 4.5 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 8.322548275862069/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bill's Bumps: 06:00
Sunset at Bill's Bumps: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bill's Bumps 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
0:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.2m (5.8s), Wind: 1 m/s
Safest Overall
16:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.38m (4.2s), Wind: 4.5 m/s
Best Day
16:00Score: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 4.5 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bill's BumpsAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bill's Bumps
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 Bill's Bumps
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 Bill's Bumps
March
Score: 9.3
November
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.3
Ideal Conditions for Bill's Bumps
Water Temp
26.5°C / 79.7°F
October
Visibility
15.0m / 49.2ft
December
Wave Height
1.1m / 3.6ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bill's Bumps
Bill's Bumps shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (35.2°C) and January the coldest (17.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.1m 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 21, 2026
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