Mangrove Bay
Mangrove Bay is a historic dive site in Egypt, known for its enduring beauty. This captivating location appeals to divers of all levels, thanks to its thriving coral reefs and convenient access from the shore. Shielded by the bay's natural formation, this site offers protection from turbulent seas, creating an ideal environment to observe a myriad of marine life typical to the Red Sea, including fish, turtles, dolphins, and rays.
Experience impressive visibility of up to 19m and plunge into the depths of 17m. Perfect for beginners, Mangrove Bay guarantees a rewarding underwater adventure. Located in close proximity to Ducks Diving in Al Qusair, Marsa Aalam Road, Al Qusair City, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, this site is easily reachable.
Discover the allure of Mangrove Bay, where ancient wonders meet vibrant marine ecosystems. Plan your dive today and explore the captivating underwater world that awaits you.
Experience impressive visibility of up to 19m and plunge into the depths of 17m. Perfect for beginners, Mangrove Bay guarantees a rewarding underwater adventure. Located in close proximity to Ducks Diving in Al Qusair, Marsa Aalam Road, Al Qusair City, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, this site is easily reachable.
Discover the allure of Mangrove Bay, where ancient wonders meet vibrant marine ecosystems. Plan your dive today and explore the captivating underwater world that awaits you.
Diving Conditions Score for Mangrove Bay
6.6
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Mangrove Bay
Depth
17m
Visibility
19m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Mangrove Bay
Wave Height
1.26m
Wind Speed
29.1 m/s
Water Temp
27.2°C
Visibility
24.04km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.9s
Air Temperature
30.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mangrove Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Mangrove Bay
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.473333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 13.2 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.334444444444443/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Mangrove Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Mangrove Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Mangrove 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.
Best Overall
17:00Score: 7.5/10
Waves: 0.72m (4.75s), Wind: 13.2 m/s
Best Night
20:00Score: 7.3/10
Waves: 0.64m, Wind: 8.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Mangrove BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mangrove 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 Mangrove Bay
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Mangrove Bay
January
Score: 8.6
December
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Mangrove Bay
Water Temp
27.6°C / 81.7°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.1m / 6.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Mangrove Bay
Mangrove Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.3°C) and January the coldest (12.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 2.1m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in January 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 January to March, 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 22, 2026
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