Ras Musandam (East)
RAS MUSANDAM (East) is a captivating dive site located in the Musandam Governorate of Oman, offering an unforgettable underwater experience. This dive site is situated at N 26°22'11.5" E 56°32'26.1" and can be found 45.6 nautical miles away from the Dibba port.
Dive Depth and Marine Life:
The wall at RAS MUSANDAM (East) plunges into the depths of 25-35 meters, adorned with stunning hard and soft corals. With a visibility of 10 meters and a maximum depth of 22 meters, this dive site promises remarkable views of the underwater world.
Prepare to encounter an abundance of marine life during your dive. Look out for the vibrant schools of Jackfish, Fusiliers, and Barracudas. Keep an eye out for intriguing creatures like Moray Eels, King and Rainbow Fish, Angelfish, Batfish, and Lobsters. If you are lucky, you might even spot Turtles, Stingrays, or even some Sharks.
Diver Requirements and Remarks:
To explore RAS MUSANDAM (East), advanced and expert divers are recommended due to the intricate nature of the dive site. Familiarity with drift diving is essential as strong currents are common in the area. Divers should also be cautious of the up-and-down current movement, which can unexpectedly push them deeper or faster than desired. Before embarking on your dive, always check the current conditions.
Discover the captivating underwater world of Oman at RAS MUSANDAM (East). Plan your dive experience today and let the beauty of this dive site leave you in awe.
Diving Conditions Score for Ras Musandam (East)
Average conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Ras Musandam (East)
Depth
22m
Visibility
10m
Experience Level
Weather Conditions for Ras Musandam (East)
Wave Height
0.4m
Wind Speed
22.5 m/s
Water Temp
33.3°C
Visibility
16.2km
Cloud Cover
13%
Wave Period
4.8s
Air Temperature
32.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Dive Score Chart for Ras Musandam (East)
Best time to dive: 13:00 with score 7.378415300546449/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.34m, Wind 3.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 6.986557142857143/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Optimal diving conditions at Ras Musandam (East) 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: 7.4/10
Waves: 0.34m (6.1s), Wind: 3.7 m/s
Score: 7.0/10
Waves: 0.44m, Wind: 8.1 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Ras Musandam (East)Alpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Ras Musandam (East)
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 Musandam (East)
Winter
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Ras Musandam (East)
Ideal Conditions for Ras Musandam (East)
Water Temp
27.0°C / 80.6°F
April
Visibility
12.2m / 40.0ft
December
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Ras Musandam (East)
Ras Musandam (East) shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (31.2°C) and January the coldest (17.7°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.8m 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 17, 2026