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Marsa Shagra House Reef

Marsa Shaga, located in the stunning Red Sea Governorate of Egypt, is a captivating bay that offers easy access to its sandy bottom, leading divers to breathtaking dives on the south or north reefs. The depths of this dive site range from a shallow 1m to an exciting 40m+ beyond the bay, making it an ideal destination for both beginners and experienced divers alike.

This location is renowned for its pristine house reef, boasting unparalleled visibility of up to 20m. With a maximum depth of 19m, divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers, can explore the wonders that Marsa Shaga has to offer.

Early morning dives at Marsa Shaga have an added thrill, as it's not uncommon to encounter friendly dolphins gliding through the crystal-clear waters. The dive site is abundant with a variety of common red sea fish species, creating an immersive experience for underwater photographers and videographers.

Whether you seek training or simply wish to indulge in the unparalleled beauty of this isolated setting, Marsa Shaga caters to all divers. You can start and end your dive adventure easily, either with fins from the shore or even boat-to-boat.

For those planning a visit, the convenient proximity to Ecolodge Marsha Shagra, situated in Al Qusair along Marsa Alam Road, makes this dive site easily accessible. Come and explore the wonders of Marsa Shaga, a hidden gem that will leave you mesmerized by its breathtaking underwater delights.

Diving Conditions Score for Marsa Shagra House Reef

7.8
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Marsa Shagra House Reef

Depth

19m

Visibility

20m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced
expert

Weather Conditions for Marsa Shagra House Reef

Wave Height

0.3m

Wind Speed

16.6 m/s

Water Temp

28.3°C

Visibility

25.54km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.7s

Air Temperature

31.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Marsa Shagra House Reef
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Dive Score Chart for Marsa Shagra House Reef

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.129451476793248/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 12.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 1:00 with score 7.826172839506173/10.

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

Sunrise at Marsa Shagra House Reef: 06:00
Sunset at Marsa Shagra House Reef: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Marsa Shagra House 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.

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Best Overall
17:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.5m (3.95s), Wind: 12.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
16:00

Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.52m (4s), Wind: 13.4 m/s

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Best Night
1:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 16.5 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Marsa Shagra House Reef
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Marsa Shagra House 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 Marsa Shagra House Reef

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 Marsa Shagra House Reef

January
Score: 8.6
February
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.5

Ideal Conditions for Marsa Shagra House Reef

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

27.9°C / 82.2°F

May

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

12.0m / 39.4ft

May

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

2.1m / 6.9ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Marsa Shagra House Reef

Marsa Shagra House Reef 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jul 7, 2026

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