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Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

Sunken Island is an incredible dive site situated between Red and Black Islands in the Shishah Bay, with depths ranging from 5 to 20 meters. This captivating reef boasts stunning slopes adorned with an abundance of vibrant hard and soft coral, creating a mesmerizing underwater landscape. The visibility here is a remarkable 12 meters, ensuring excellent viewing conditions for divers.

Marine life thrives in this underwater paradise, offering divers the chance to encounter an array of fascinating creatures. Schools of Jackfish, Fusiliers, and Rainbowfish gracefully traverse the waters, while the presence of Angelfish, Batfish, Moray Eels, Stingrays, and Lobster adds to the captivating marine spectacle. Divers may even be fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of the majestic Zebra sharks or Eagle rays, truly enhancing the diving experience.

Notably, Sunken Island is suitable for divers of varying skill levels. Beginners and advanced divers alike can explore the depths of this captivating dive site. The maximum depth of 20 meters accommodates both experienced divers seeking a more immersive experience and beginners looking to embark on their underwater adventures.

Located in Oman, this dive site is a short distance away from Dahit, Musandam Governorate. For those venturing from the Dibba port of Oman, Sunken Island lies 39.5 nautical miles away at a heading of 013 degrees.

It is important to note that there may be a mild current present at the site. However, it is generally safe to swim against it, allowing divers to navigate the waters comfortably. Prior to commencing the dive, it is advisable to check the current conditions for a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Experience the wonders that Sunken Island has to offer as you immerse yourself in its captivating underwater world of diverse marine life and breathtaking coral formations. This dive site promises an unforgettable adventure for divers of all levels.

Diving Conditions Score for Mushroom (Sunken 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 Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

Depth

20m

Visibility

12m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

Wave Height

0.28m

Wind Speed

1.6 m/s

Water Temp

32.4°C

Visibility

17.58km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.75s

Air Temperature

31.3°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Mushroom (Sunken Reef)
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Dive Score Chart for Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.605170068027212/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.3m, Wind 7.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 22:00 with score 8.588947368421055/10.

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

Sunrise at Mushroom (Sunken Reef): 06:00
Sunset at Mushroom (Sunken Reef): 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Mushroom (Sunken 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: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.3m (4.9s), Wind: 7.6 m/s

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Safest Overall
14:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.34m (4.6s), Wind: 5.8 m/s

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Best Night
22:00

Score: 8.6/10
Waves: 0.3m, Wind: 1.7 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Mushroom (Sunken Reef)
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Mushroom (Sunken 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 Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

Winter

Avg. Score: 8.9/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

December
Score: 9.2
November
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.8

Ideal Conditions for Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

26.9°C / 80.4°F

October

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

13.9m / 45.6ft

December

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.4m / 4.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Mushroom (Sunken Reef)

Mushroom (Sunken Reef) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (32.6°C) and January the coldest (16.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.4m 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.

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

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 18, 2026

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