Dugais Main Reef
Duqis, located 6 km from the coast of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, is an exceptional diving destination. With a circumference of 3 km, this atoll offers superb visibility year-round, enhanced even further during winter. Divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced, will find the island perfect for their underwater adventures.
Exploring the depths of Duqis will reveal a mesmerizing array of soft and hard corals in a multitude of vibrant colors. Moreover, the Red Sea surrounding the island is teeming with an abundance of common fish species.
Discover the beauty and wonders of Duqis, a must-visit dive site in Saudi Arabia.
Exploring the depths of Duqis will reveal a mesmerizing array of soft and hard corals in a multitude of vibrant colors. Moreover, the Red Sea surrounding the island is teeming with an abundance of common fish species.
Discover the beauty and wonders of Duqis, a must-visit dive site in Saudi Arabia.
Diving Conditions Score for Dugais Main Reef
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 Dugais Main Reef
Depth
14m
Visibility
20m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Dugais Main Reef
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
15.9 m/s
Water Temp
29.8°C
Visibility
23.44km
Cloud Cover
33%
Wave Period
4.8s
Air Temperature
31.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Dugais Main Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Dugais Main Reef
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 7.7846927536231885/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.68m, Wind 7.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 7.199999999999999/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Dugais Main Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Dugais Main Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Dugais Main 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
7:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.68m (4.6s), Wind: 7.3 m/s
Best Night
23:00Score: 7.2/10
Waves: 0.92m, Wind: 4.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Dugais Main ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Dugais Main 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 Dugais Main Reef
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 Dugais Main Reef
November
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2
April
Score: 9.1
Ideal Conditions for Dugais Main Reef
Water Temp
26.6°C / 79.9°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Dugais Main Reef
Dugais Main Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (31.2°C) and January the coldest (18.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.9m 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 - Jul 7, 2026
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