Ras Abu Soma
One of the highlights of this dive site is the potential encounters with a variety of large fish species. Divers may have the opportunity to come face to face with gray reef sharks, whitetip reef sharks, guitarfishes, stingrays, eagle rays, and even hammerhead sharks.
With a visibility range of 24m and a maximum depth of 23m, this site is suitable for divers of all levels, from beginners to advanced and expert divers. Located close to Ras Abu Soma in Egypt, this site offers an exciting underwater experience in the Red Sea.
Discover the wonders beneath the surface at this optimized dive site, perfect for divers of all skill levels. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Egypt's Red Sea and explore the diverse marine life that awaits you. Come face to face with magnificent creatures, from majestic sharks to graceful rays, and marvel at the ancient corals that adorn the underwater landscape. This dive site promises an unforgettable adventure for every diver.
Diving Conditions Score for Ras Abu Soma
Decent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ras Abu Soma
Depth
23m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ras Abu Soma
Wave Height
0.84m
Wind Speed
31.8 m/s
Water Temp
26.7°C
Visibility
22.76km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.5s
Air Temperature
34.7°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ras Abu Soma
Best time to dive: 7:00 with score 6.986666666666666/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.84m, Wind 35.3 m/s.Best night dive time: 23:00 with score 6.626666666666667/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ras Abu Soma 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.
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.84m (3.55s), Wind: 35.3 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.78m (3.5s), Wind: 30.5 m/s
Score: 6.6/10
Waves: 0.84m, Wind: 32.2 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ras Abu SomaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ras Abu Soma
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 Soma
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ras Abu Soma
Ideal Conditions for Ras Abu Soma
Water Temp
25.9°C / 78.6°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.2m / 7.2ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ras Abu Soma
Ras Abu Soma shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.6°C) and January the coldest (12.1°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 2.2m 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.
Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 19, 2026