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Ras Bashin

Located in the northern peninsula of Shabus Bay in Oman, Ras Bashin offers divers a delightful experience. This dive site boasts a gentle sloping reef adorned with a plethora of stunning hard and soft corals. With depths ranging from 10 to 40 meters, divers can explore the vibrant underwater world while enjoying an average visibility of 14 meters.

One aspect to note is the presence of a current, particularly during strong tidal movements. Before venturing into the waters, it is wise to check the current conditions to ensure a safe and enjoyable dive.

Divers at Ras Bashin can encounter an array of marine life, including schools of Jackfish, Fusiliers, Rainbowfish, Angelfish, Batfish, Stingray, Moray Eels, and Lobster. If luck is on your side, you might even catch sight of Zebra sharks or Eagle rays gracefully gliding through the azure waters.

To access this captivating dive site, head north and commence your dive near the pinnacle. As you navigate the area, the reef will be on your right side. While there may be a slight current at the corner, simply ignore it until you can turn and flow with it effortlessly.

Ras Bashin is suitable for divers of various levels, ranging from beginners to advanced. Its close proximity to Musandam Governorate further enhances its appeal. Embark on an unforgettable underwater adventure in Oman and explore the wonders of Ras Bashin.

Coordinates: N 26°11’39.1“ E 56°29’20.5“

Diving Conditions Score for Ras Bashin

5.2
Average

Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Ras Bashin

Depth

20m

Visibility

14m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Ras Bashin

Wave Height

0.58m

Wind Speed

17.8 m/s

Water Temp

33.6°C

Visibility

15.68km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

3.85s

Air Temperature

38.2°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ras Bashin
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Dive Score Chart for Ras Bashin

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.641467973856209/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.38m, Wind 4.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.121957142857142/10.

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

Sunrise at Ras Bashin: 06:00
Sunset at Ras Bashin: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Ras Bashin 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: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.38m (5.1s), Wind: 4.4 m/s

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Best Night
18:00

Score: 7.1/10
Waves: 0.36m, Wind: 6.2 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Ras Bashin
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ras Bashin

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 Bashin

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 Ras Bashin

March
Score: 9.4
November
Score: 9.3
December
Score: 9.3

Ideal Conditions for Ras Bashin

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

28.2°C / 82.8°F

October

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

15.1m / 49.5ft

November

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

1.1m / 3.6ft

December

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Ras Bashin

Ras Bashin shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (34.6°C) and January the coldest (16.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.1m 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 23, 2026

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