Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
Bluff Point, Egypt: Discover one of the most picturesque wall/drop-off dive sites in the Red Sea Governorate. Immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of untouched coral reefs, boasting a vibrant mix of soft and hard corals. With a continuous current, this location offers an exhilarating drift dive experience, suitable for seasoned divers.
Prepare to encounter a diverse range of marine life including rays, tunas, mackerels, snappers, scorpionfish, stonefish, lionfish, morays, octopuses, barracudas, and butterflyfish. This underwater paradise showcases a visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters.
For the ultimate diving adventure, head to Bluff Point, Egypt.
Prepare to encounter a diverse range of marine life including rays, tunas, mackerels, snappers, scorpionfish, stonefish, lionfish, morays, octopuses, barracudas, and butterflyfish. This underwater paradise showcases a visibility of 21 meters and a maximum depth of 17 meters.
For the ultimate diving adventure, head to Bluff Point, Egypt.
Diving Conditions Score for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
Depth
17m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
Wave Height
1.02m
Wind Speed
40.7 m/s
Water Temp
25.6°C
Visibility
20.46km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.05s
Air Temperature
24.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
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Dive Score Chart for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 7.8933333333333335/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.86m, Wind 31.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.7/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Bluff Point (Small Gubal island): 06:00
Sunset at Bluff Point (Small Gubal island): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Bluff Point (Small Gubal island) 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
16:00Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.86m (3.9s), Wind: 31.9 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 25.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
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 Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
June
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.7m / 8.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Bluff Point (Small Gubal island)
Bluff Point (Small Gubal island) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (28.0°C) and January the coldest (13.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 2.7m 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 22, 2026
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