Ras Abu Galum
Abu Galum is a breathtaking dive site located in one of Sinai's protected national park areas, making it an ideal spot for divers. Situated in the far north of Dahab, this remarkable destination can be easily accessed via camel or boat. The dive begins with a sandy slope that gradually descends into the deep waters, with the reef wall on both sides extending down to a maximum depth of 30 meters.
On the left side of the site, divers can explore an exciting wall dive where the reef table widens, revealing stunning pinnacles and dramatic rock formations. This area is home to a variety of marine life, including trevallies, jacks, and resident sea turtles.
Abu Galum is known for its excellent visibility, reaching up to 23 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty of the underwater world. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this captivating dive spot caters to all levels of experience.
Located in Egypt's South Sinai, this dive site is conveniently close to Ubuntu Camp, offering divers easy access to both natural wonders and comfortable accommodations. Discover the enchanting underwater realm of Abu Galum and create unforgettable diving memories in Egypt.
On the left side of the site, divers can explore an exciting wall dive where the reef table widens, revealing stunning pinnacles and dramatic rock formations. This area is home to a variety of marine life, including trevallies, jacks, and resident sea turtles.
Abu Galum is known for its excellent visibility, reaching up to 23 meters, allowing divers to fully appreciate the beauty of the underwater world. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced diver, this captivating dive spot caters to all levels of experience.
Located in Egypt's South Sinai, this dive site is conveniently close to Ubuntu Camp, offering divers easy access to both natural wonders and comfortable accommodations. Discover the enchanting underwater realm of Abu Galum and create unforgettable diving memories in Egypt.
Diving Conditions Score for Ras Abu Galum
8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ras Abu Galum
Depth
23m
Visibility
23m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Ras Abu Galum
Wave Height
0.72m
Wind Speed
19.4 m/s
Water Temp
25.5°C
Visibility
26km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.3s
Air Temperature
27.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ras Abu Galum
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Dive Score Chart for Ras Abu Galum
Best time to dive: 14:00 with score 8.14/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.66m, Wind 19.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.58/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ras Abu Galum: 06:00
Sunset at Ras Abu Galum: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ras Abu Galum 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
14:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.66m (3.2s), Wind: 19.7 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.72m, Wind: 19.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ras Abu GalumAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ras Abu Galum
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 Ras Abu Galum
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 Ras Abu Galum
January
Score: 9.0
December
Score: 9.0
February
Score: 8.7
Ideal Conditions for Ras Abu Galum
Water Temp
25.5°C / 77.9°F
October
Visibility
14.7m / 48.2ft
December
Wave Height
1.2m / 3.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ras Abu Galum
Ras Abu Galum shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (35.0°C) and January the coldest (11.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.2m 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 20, 2026
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