Near Garden
Discover the extraordinary underwater wonders of this enchanting dive site located in Egypt. With its stunning coral garden, mesmerizing pinnacles, dramatic drop-off, and intriguing dead area, this site offers a wealth of exploration opportunities for divers of all levels, including beginners and advanced enthusiasts. Moreover, snorkelers can also delight in the abundant marine life found here.
Immerse yourself in a vibrant underwater world adorned with vibrant red anemone hosting playful clownfish, shimmering glass fish, graceful gorgonians, elusive stonefish, captivating shrimp, and exquisite nudibranchs. Not to be missed are the captivating table coral area and the fascinating fire coral area.
With exceptional visibility spanning up to 25 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, this dive site guarantees an awe-inspiring experience. Nestled near Garden Bay, Sharm el-Sheikh, Ras Umm Sid, and South Sinai, Egypt, this captivating location offers convenience and excitement for divers seeking unforgettable underwater adventures.
Immerse yourself in a vibrant underwater world adorned with vibrant red anemone hosting playful clownfish, shimmering glass fish, graceful gorgonians, elusive stonefish, captivating shrimp, and exquisite nudibranchs. Not to be missed are the captivating table coral area and the fascinating fire coral area.
With exceptional visibility spanning up to 25 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, this dive site guarantees an awe-inspiring experience. Nestled near Garden Bay, Sharm el-Sheikh, Ras Umm Sid, and South Sinai, Egypt, this captivating location offers convenience and excitement for divers seeking unforgettable underwater adventures.
Diving Conditions Score for Near Garden
6.9
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Near Garden
Depth
22m
Visibility
25m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Near Garden
Wave Height
0.4m
Wind Speed
13.9 m/s
Water Temp
28.3°C
Visibility
23.58km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.7s
Air Temperature
35.8°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Near Garden
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Dive Score Chart for Near Garden
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.40593607305936/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 4.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.08962962962963/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Near Garden: 06:00
Sunset at Near Garden: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Near Garden 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: 8.4/10
Waves: 0.38m (3.65s), Wind: 4.4 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Near GardenAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Near Garden
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 Near Garden
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Near Garden
January
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.2
February
Score: 9.0
Ideal Conditions for Near Garden
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
October
Visibility
16.2m / 53.1ft
December
Wave Height
0.8m / 2.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Near Garden
Near Garden shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (34.9°C) and January the coldest (12.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.8m 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 23, 2026
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