Ras Ghamila
Ras Ghamila, located in Egypt's South Sinai, offers an incredible underwater experience for divers of all levels. This dive site features a sandy bottom adorned with magnificent table corals, gorgonians, and pinnacles. Immerse yourself in a breathtaking underwater garden brimming with an array of hard and soft corals, a variety of rays, as well as stone and scorpionfish. Don't miss the captivating sight of long-nose hawkfish nestled among the gorgonians. With a visibility of 26m and a maximum depth of 20m, Ras Ghamila promises an unforgettable dive. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this site is perfect for exploring the wonders of the deep sea. Plan your adventure now and head over to Ras Ghamila, located close to Ras Nasrani in Egypt's South Sinai region.
Diving Conditions Score for Ras Ghamila
7.4
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ras Ghamila
Depth
20m
Visibility
26m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Ras Ghamila
Wave Height
0.56m
Wind Speed
28.8 m/s
Water Temp
27°C
Visibility
23.84km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.65s
Air Temperature
31.5°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Ras Ghamila
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Dive Score Chart for Ras Ghamila
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.023809523809524/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.32m, Wind 17 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.425656565656565/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Ras Ghamila: 06:00
Sunset at Ras Ghamila: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Ras Ghamila 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
15:00Score: 8.0/10
Waves: 0.32m (3.5s), Wind: 17 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.38m, Wind: 25 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ras GhamilaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ras Ghamila
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 Ghamila
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ras Ghamila
January
Score: 8.6
April
Score: 8.5
December
Score: 8.5
Ideal Conditions for Ras Ghamila
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
April
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.9m / 6.2ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ras Ghamila
Ras Ghamila shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (32.4°C) and January the coldest (12.6°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.9m 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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