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Eagle Bay

JAZIRAT ABU CHIR (Eagle Bay) is a captivating dive site situated in the Northwest of Al Khayl Island in Oman. Divers will be enthralled by the remarkable combination of walls and slopes adorned with exquisite hard and soft coral gardens. With a depth ranging from 10 to 35 meters, this site offers a diverse and stunning underwater landscape to explore.

The marine life in Eagle Bay is abundant and awe-inspiring. Divers can encounter magnificent creatures such as Giant Trevally, shoals of Jack fish, Snappers, Sweetlips, Rainbow fish, Angelfish, Batfish, Murray Eel, Lobster, and even Eagle ray and Stingray. If luck is on your side, you may even spot a shark during your dive.

Located in the Musandam Governorate, Ras Tahir is a close and convenient location for divers who wish to explore Eagle Bay. The visibility in this dive site is often around 14 meters, providing clear views of the underwater marvels. With a maximum depth of 17 meters, this dive site is best suited for advanced and expert divers.

Divers should note that diving in Eagle Bay requires advanced skills due to the presence of strong currents in the area. It is essential to be experienced in drift diving and to be aware of the up-and-down current movements, which may push you too deep or too quickly. Prior to embarking on your dive, it is advisable to check the current conditions.

Experience the wonders of JAZIRAT ABU CHIR (Eagle Bay) in Oman, where breathtaking coral gardens and awe-inspiring marine life await the daring and skilled divers.

Diving Conditions Score for Eagle Bay

5.9
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Eagle Bay

Depth

17m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Eagle Bay

Wave Height

0.48m

Wind Speed

27.7 m/s

Water Temp

31.9°C

Visibility

22.34km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.8s

Air Temperature

35.7°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Eagle Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Eagle Bay

Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.041904761904762/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.36m, Wind 3.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.912121212121212/10.

Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.

Sunrise at Eagle Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Eagle Bay: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Eagle Bay 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.

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Best Overall
16:00

Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.36m (4.2s), Wind: 3.2 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 7.9/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 1 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Eagle Bay
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Eagle Bay

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 Eagle Bay

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.9/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Eagle Bay

December
Score: 9.2
November
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.8

Ideal Conditions for Eagle Bay

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

October

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.9m / 45.6ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.4m / 4.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Eagle Bay

Eagle Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (32.6°C) and January the coldest (16.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 21, 2026

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