Sannat Bay
Sannat Bay - Diving Site in Oman | Perfect for Beginners and Training
Discover Sannat Bay, a top diving spot just 14.5 nm @ 026 degrees from Dibba port in Oman. This dive site offers a gentle experience with its shallow waters and sandy bottom, making it ideal for beginners and for training purposes. With little to no current, divers can explore this site comfortably and safely. Snorkelers and night divers will also find Sannat Bay captivating.
Marine Life at Sannat Bay
Prepare to be amazed by the diverse marine life at Sannat Bay. In addition to the common coral fish, you may have the opportunity to encounter vibrant schools of fusiliers, the elegant baby Murray Eel, and even turtles. With a maximum depth of 13m and visibility reaching up to 9m, every dive offers a chance to witness these incredible underwater creatures in their natural habitat.
Safety Recommendations and Location Details
Location: Sannat Bay is conveniently close to Sanat, Musandam Governorate, Oman. Coordinated at N 25°48’31.2“ E 56°21’31.6“.
It's important to be aware of local speedboats in the area. To ensure your safety, use an SMB (Surface Marker Buoy) and stay close to the reef.
Explore Sannat Bay and experience the wonders of Oman's underwater world. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site offers an unforgettable adventure. Start planning your diving trip today!
Discover Sannat Bay, a top diving spot just 14.5 nm @ 026 degrees from Dibba port in Oman. This dive site offers a gentle experience with its shallow waters and sandy bottom, making it ideal for beginners and for training purposes. With little to no current, divers can explore this site comfortably and safely. Snorkelers and night divers will also find Sannat Bay captivating.
Marine Life at Sannat Bay
Prepare to be amazed by the diverse marine life at Sannat Bay. In addition to the common coral fish, you may have the opportunity to encounter vibrant schools of fusiliers, the elegant baby Murray Eel, and even turtles. With a maximum depth of 13m and visibility reaching up to 9m, every dive offers a chance to witness these incredible underwater creatures in their natural habitat.
Safety Recommendations and Location Details
Location: Sannat Bay is conveniently close to Sanat, Musandam Governorate, Oman. Coordinated at N 25°48’31.2“ E 56°21’31.6“.
It's important to be aware of local speedboats in the area. To ensure your safety, use an SMB (Surface Marker Buoy) and stay close to the reef.
Explore Sannat Bay and experience the wonders of Oman's underwater world. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced diver, this dive site offers an unforgettable adventure. Start planning your diving trip today!
Diving Conditions Score for Sannat Bay
5.4
AverageAverage conditions, be alert.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sannat Bay
Depth
13m
Visibility
9m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Sannat Bay
Wave Height
0.38m
Wind Speed
12.1 m/s
Water Temp
34.3°C
Visibility
20.28km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
7.5s
Air Temperature
37.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sannat Bay
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Dive Score Chart for Sannat Bay
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 7.782831050228311/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.34m, Wind 3.4 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 7.6306896551724135/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sannat Bay: 06:00
Sunset at Sannat Bay: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sannat Bay 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
17:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.34m (7.3s), Wind: 3.4 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.34m, Wind: 1.3 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sannat BayAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sannat Bay
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 Sannat Bay
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.6/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sannat Bay
March
Score: 9.8
February
Score: 9.7
November
Score: 9.7
Ideal Conditions for Sannat Bay
Water Temp
27.9°C / 82.2°F
October
Visibility
17.6m / 57.7ft
November
Wave Height
0.5m / 1.6ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sannat Bay
Sannat Bay shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (35.2°C) and January the coldest (16.0°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.5m 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 16, 2026
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