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Marovi Island

Marovi, a charming little island situated off the coast of Oman in Musandam Governorate, offers a captivating dive site for both beginner and advanced divers. With its stunning underwater landscape, the northeast side features an impressive wall, while the west side boasts a beautiful slope adorned with vibrant hard and soft corals. Depths range from 10 to 35 meters, providing ample exploration opportunities.

Divers can expect an abundance of marine life, from small reef fish to larger species like Barracuda, Jackfish, Fusiliers, and Parrotfish. If you're fortunate, you may even encounter elusive creatures such as Moray Eels, Stingrays, Turtles, and perhaps a majestic Seahorse.

When planning your dive in Marovi, it's important to note that there may be some currents in the channel, particularly those originating from the north. To maximize your safety, it is advised to commence your dive entry from the north side of the island and follow the current either on the left or right side of the reef. Additionally, keep a lookout for local speedboats as the area tends to be bustling with activity.

For optimal visibility, anticipate around 10 meters, allowing you to fully appreciate the underwater wonders that Marovi has to offer. The maximum depth reaches 19 meters, catering to divers of varying experience levels. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, Marovi welcomes you to explore its captivating depths.

Remember to prioritize safety by utilizing a Surface Marker Buoy (SMB) and staying close to the wall. Plan your dive on this idyllic island and marvel at the magnificent marine life that awaits you.

Diving Conditions Score for Marovi Island

6.3
Above Average

Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Marovi Island

Depth

19m

Visibility

10m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Marovi Island

Wave Height

0.34m

Wind Speed

7.9 m/s

Water Temp

33.4°C

Visibility

15.96km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

5.85s

Air Temperature

32°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Marovi Island
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Dive Score Chart for Marovi Island

Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.82723918128655/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.34m, Wind 11.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 7.388985507246376/10.

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

Sunrise at Marovi Island: 06:00
Sunset at Marovi Island: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Marovi Island 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
6:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.34m (5.7s), Wind: 11.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
17:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.28m (5.85s), Wind: 3.7 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.32m, Wind: 8.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Marovi Island
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Marovi Island

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 Marovi Island

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 Marovi Island

March
Score: 9.7
February
Score: 9.6
November
Score: 9.6

Ideal Conditions for Marovi Island

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

28.3°C / 82.9°F

October

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

16.7m / 54.8ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.8m / 2.6ft

February

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Marovi Island

Marovi Island 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 17, 2026

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