Marsa Baryka
This dive site is situated in the bay of Mersa Bareika, Egypt. It boasts a diverse array of marine life amidst colorful coral heads that thrive with the ebb and flow of tides. The area is adorned with magnificent red sea fans, gorgonians, and occasional sightings of black coral.
For an exhilarating experience, head north along the wall and explore the impressive overhangs and dark gullies. At a depth of 15m, you'll discover the chimney, a habitat for malabar grouper. Take a closer look and you'll find cleaning stations bustling with wrasse and shrimp. Don't forget to keep an eye out for captivating sightings of barracuda, jacks, and the occasional eagle ray wandering through the deep blue.
With maximum depths reaching 24m and crystal-clear visibility up to 26m, this dive site welcomes divers of all levels: beginners, advanced, and experts. Its proximity to Wadi Khashabi, Sharm el-Sheikh, Ras Umm Sid, and South Sinai, Egypt makes it a convenient destination for diving enthusiasts.
For an exhilarating experience, head north along the wall and explore the impressive overhangs and dark gullies. At a depth of 15m, you'll discover the chimney, a habitat for malabar grouper. Take a closer look and you'll find cleaning stations bustling with wrasse and shrimp. Don't forget to keep an eye out for captivating sightings of barracuda, jacks, and the occasional eagle ray wandering through the deep blue.
With maximum depths reaching 24m and crystal-clear visibility up to 26m, this dive site welcomes divers of all levels: beginners, advanced, and experts. Its proximity to Wadi Khashabi, Sharm el-Sheikh, Ras Umm Sid, and South Sinai, Egypt makes it a convenient destination for diving enthusiasts.
Diving Conditions Score for Marsa Baryka
8.3
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Marsa Baryka
Depth
24m
Visibility
26m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Marsa Baryka
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
8.6 m/s
Water Temp
27°C
Visibility
21.28km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.2s
Air Temperature
27.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Marsa Baryka
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Dive Score Chart for Marsa Baryka
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 8.013333333333334/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.72m, Wind 10.8 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 8.163333333333334/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Marsa Baryka: 06:00
Sunset at Marsa Baryka: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Marsa Baryka 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
1:00Score: 8.2/10
Waves: 0.64m (4.1s), Wind: 4.3 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.72m (4.15s), Wind: 10.8 m/s
Best Day
6:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 10.8 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Marsa BarykaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Marsa Baryka
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 Marsa Baryka
Winter
Avg. Score: 10.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Marsa Baryka
January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
March
Score: 10.0
Ideal Conditions for Marsa Baryka
Water Temp
22.8°C / 73.0°F
June
Visibility
20.1m / 65.9ft
October
Wave Height
0.2m / 0.7ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Marsa Baryka
Marsa Baryka shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.8°C) and December the coldest (18.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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 21, 2026
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