Canyon, Dahab
Inside the Canyon, you'll encounter breathtaking light shafts and overhangs teeming with fascinating marine life. Glassfish and cave sweepers call this place home, adding a touch of intrigue to your underwater exploration. As you venture further, you'll emerge from the canyon and discover a stunning, shallow coral garden. Here, you'll witness the mesmerizing sight of your own bubbles escaping through tiny cracks in the reef.
The diversity of marine species at The Canyon is awe-inspiring. Keep your eyes peeled for octopuses, stonefish, and devil scorpion fish lurking in the nooks and crannies. If you're lucky, you might even catch a glimpse of a giant moray eel, although it tends to be elusive. Additionally, a school of glassfishes thrives in the upper area, adding an extra touch of enchantment to your dive experience.
For avid divers seeking a unique and captivating underwater adventure, The Canyon is an absolute must-visit. Its proximity to Meya Meya and its location along Al Salam Road in Dahab make it easily accessible. Explore the wonders of this dive site and uncover the hidden treasures that await beneath the crystal-clear waters of Egypt's South Sinai.
Diving Conditions Score for Canyon, Dahab
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Canyon, Dahab
Depth
28m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Canyon, Dahab
Wave Height
1m
Wind Speed
10 m/s
Water Temp
18°C
Visibility
15km
Cloud Cover
57.5%
Wave Period
8s
Air Temperature
20°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Canyon, Dahab
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.113333333333333/10. Water conditions: Waves 1m, Wind 10 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 6.613333333333333/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Canyon, Dahab 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.
Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 1m (8s), Wind: 10 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 1m, Wind: 10 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Canyon, DahabAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Canyon, Dahab
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 Canyon, Dahab
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Canyon, Dahab
Ideal Conditions for Canyon, Dahab
Water Temp
22.9°C / 73.2°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Canyon, Dahab
Canyon, Dahab shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.9°C) and December the coldest (18.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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