Khoar Qabal
Khoar Qabal Dive Site: Wall, Slopes, and Coral Garden in Oman
Discover the beauty of Khoar Qabal, a stunning dive site located just 3 minutes east of Ras Samid in the Khor Qabal Bay, Oman. This dive spot offers a perfect combination of wall and slopes, surrounded by a vibrant coral garden. It is ideal for both macro and night diving enthusiasts, with a depth range of 5 to 20 meters (16 to 65 feet).
Marine Life at Khoar Qabal:
Immerse yourself in a diverse underwater world filled with abundant marine life. Encounter schools of Jackfish, Fusiliers, Barracudas, Moray Eels, Turtles, Angelfish, Lionfish, Pufferfish, Cuttlefish, and Lobsters.
Location and Accessibility:
Khoar Qabal is conveniently situated inside the Khor Qabal Bay, easily accessible from Dayrat al Khatamah in the Musandam Governorate, Oman. With a visibility of 16 meters (52 feet) and a maximum depth of 18 meters (59 feet), it is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Important Notes:
Please note that there may be some current, especially at the corner of the dive site. Prior to starting your dive, we recommend checking the current conditions for a safe and enjoyable experience.
Discover the beauty of Khoar Qabal, a stunning dive site located just 3 minutes east of Ras Samid in the Khor Qabal Bay, Oman. This dive spot offers a perfect combination of wall and slopes, surrounded by a vibrant coral garden. It is ideal for both macro and night diving enthusiasts, with a depth range of 5 to 20 meters (16 to 65 feet).
Marine Life at Khoar Qabal:
Immerse yourself in a diverse underwater world filled with abundant marine life. Encounter schools of Jackfish, Fusiliers, Barracudas, Moray Eels, Turtles, Angelfish, Lionfish, Pufferfish, Cuttlefish, and Lobsters.
Location and Accessibility:
Khoar Qabal is conveniently situated inside the Khor Qabal Bay, easily accessible from Dayrat al Khatamah in the Musandam Governorate, Oman. With a visibility of 16 meters (52 feet) and a maximum depth of 18 meters (59 feet), it is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers.
Important Notes:
Please note that there may be some current, especially at the corner of the dive site. Prior to starting your dive, we recommend checking the current conditions for a safe and enjoyable experience.
Diving Conditions Score for Khoar Qabal
6.1
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Khoar Qabal
Depth
18m
Visibility
16m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Khoar Qabal
Wave Height
0.22m
Wind Speed
13.1 m/s
Water Temp
32.4°C
Visibility
15.36km
Cloud Cover
57%
Wave Period
6.35s
Air Temperature
36.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Khoar Qabal
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Dive Score Chart for Khoar Qabal
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.13102564102564/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.22m, Wind 6.1 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.671649852507375/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Khoar Qabal: 06:00
Sunset at Khoar Qabal: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Khoar Qabal 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
17:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.22m (6.5s), Wind: 6.1 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.28m, Wind: 1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Khoar QabalAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Khoar Qabal
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 Khoar Qabal
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Khoar Qabal
March
Score: 9.7
February
Score: 9.6
November
Score: 9.6
Ideal Conditions for Khoar Qabal
Water Temp
28.3°C / 82.9°F
October
Visibility
16.7m / 54.8ft
November
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
February
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Khoar Qabal
Khoar Qabal shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (34.5°C) and January the coldest (16.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in February with average wave heights of 0.8m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in February 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 February to April, 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 29, 2026
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