Long Reef (South)
Long Reef, situated in the Al Lith (Farasan Banks) area of Saudi Arabia, earns its name as the longest reef in the region. This remarkable site stretches for 2km from North to South, with a width of 300m from East to West. Located 55km offshore, Long Reef offers divers a captivating underwater experience with its impressive drop-offs ranging from 70-80m on both the east and west sides. The southern shelf showcases a gradual descent from 35m to 25m, surrounded by stunning corals, including an abundance of soft and hard varieties. At a depth of 35m, divers will encounter magnificent gorgonians, adding to the beauty of this enchanting dive site. The deep drop-off area, where the current is strongest, becomes a meeting point for grey reef sharks, adding a thrilling element to the dive. Long Reef South, situated near the town of Danak, Saudi Arabia, promises a maximum depth of 30m and visibility extending up to 19m. Due to its unique characteristics, this dive site is recommended for advanced and expert divers seeking an unforgettable underwater adventure.
Diving Conditions Score for Long Reef (South)
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Long Reef (South)
Depth
30m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Long Reef (South)
Wave Height
0.48m
Wind Speed
8 m/s
Water Temp
30.8°C
Visibility
21.08km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.6s
Air Temperature
29.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Long Reef (South)
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Dive Score Chart for Long Reef (South)
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.241532098765433/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 10.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.208656756756756/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Long Reef (South): 06:00
Sunset at Long Reef (South): 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Long Reef (South) 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
6:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.46m (5.4s), Wind: 10.8 m/s
Best Night
1:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.48m, Wind: 7.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Long Reef (South)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Long Reef (South)
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 Long Reef (South)
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.3/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Long Reef (South)
November
Score: 9.6
October
Score: 9.4
December
Score: 9.4
Ideal Conditions for Long Reef (South)
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
October
Visibility
14.1m / 46.3ft
October
Wave Height
1.5m / 4.9ft
October
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Long Reef (South)
Long Reef (South) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with July being the warmest month (30.7°C) and January the coldest (21.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in October with average wave heights of 1.5m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in October 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 October to December, 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 23, 2026
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