Mambo Reef
Mambo Reef, located between Sea Horse and Mermaid Cove in Oman, offers an unforgettable diving experience. With its maximum depth of 18m and visibility of 11m, this dive site is suitable for both beginner and advanced divers. It is recommended to explore Mambo Reef during a flooding tide along the left shoulder.
One of the highlights of this dive site is the abundance of schooling grunt, creating a stunning spectacle underwater. You can also expect to encounter turtles, scorpion fish, and moray eels during your dive. Don't forget to keep your eyes peeled for these amazing creatures!
For divers seeking a memorable experience in Oman, Mambo Reef is a must-visit location. Its close proximity to Khawr Yenkit and Muscat makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts. Explore this underwater paradise and discover the wonders that await you at Mambo Reef.
One of the highlights of this dive site is the abundance of schooling grunt, creating a stunning spectacle underwater. You can also expect to encounter turtles, scorpion fish, and moray eels during your dive. Don't forget to keep your eyes peeled for these amazing creatures!
For divers seeking a memorable experience in Oman, Mambo Reef is a must-visit location. Its close proximity to Khawr Yenkit and Muscat makes it easily accessible for diving enthusiasts. Explore this underwater paradise and discover the wonders that await you at Mambo Reef.
Diving Conditions Score for Mambo 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 Mambo Reef
Depth
18m
Visibility
11m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Mambo Reef
Wave Height
0.32m
Wind Speed
7.7 m/s
Water Temp
32.9°C
Visibility
25.24km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
7.15s
Air Temperature
37°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mambo Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Mambo Reef
Best time to dive: 16:00 with score 8.374065034965035/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 6 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 7.987487922705315/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Mambo Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Mambo Reef: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Mambo 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
16:00Score: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.32m (7.15s), Wind: 6 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.32m, Wind: 4.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Mambo ReefAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mambo 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 Mambo 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 Mambo Reef
March
Score: 9.2
November
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Mambo Reef
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
October
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mambo Reef
Mambo Reef shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (34.6°C) and January the coldest (17.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m 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 - Jun 20, 2026
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