Sha’ab Claudio
Claudio Reef in Fury Shoals, Egypt, is a highly renowned diving site that offers an exceptional underwater experience. It consists of two small reefs, with the southern reef boasting two magnificent large caves. These caves, although not completely enclosed, feature openings that allow light to filter through from above. Moreover, the caves are situated in shallow waters, making them easily accessible to divers of varying skill levels.
Divers exploring Claudio Reef can expect to encounter a diverse array of marine life, including blue spotted stingrays, anthias, scorpionfish, whitetip reef sharks, clownfish (also known as nemo), slugs, lionfish, and moray eels. The vibrant underwater ecosystem makes this dive site truly captivating for both beginners and advanced divers.
With visibility extending up to 24 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, Claudio Reef offers optimal conditions for underwater exploration. Whether you are new to diving or an experienced enthusiast, this dive site guarantees an unforgettable adventure.
Located near Shaab Claudio in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, Claudio Reef presents an excellent opportunity to explore the fascinating underwater world of this beautiful country.
Divers exploring Claudio Reef can expect to encounter a diverse array of marine life, including blue spotted stingrays, anthias, scorpionfish, whitetip reef sharks, clownfish (also known as nemo), slugs, lionfish, and moray eels. The vibrant underwater ecosystem makes this dive site truly captivating for both beginners and advanced divers.
With visibility extending up to 24 meters and a maximum depth of 18 meters, Claudio Reef offers optimal conditions for underwater exploration. Whether you are new to diving or an experienced enthusiast, this dive site guarantees an unforgettable adventure.
Located near Shaab Claudio in the Red Sea Governorate, Egypt, Claudio Reef presents an excellent opportunity to explore the fascinating underwater world of this beautiful country.
Diving Conditions Score for Sha’ab Claudio
7.9
GoodGood diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sha’ab Claudio
Depth
18m
Visibility
24m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
Weather Conditions for Sha’ab Claudio
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
13.6 m/s
Water Temp
28°C
Visibility
25.36km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
4.45s
Air Temperature
29.2°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sha’ab Claudio
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Dive Score Chart for Sha’ab Claudio
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.266349206349208/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 14.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 0:00 with score 7.806821705426357/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sha’ab Claudio: 06:00
Sunset at Sha’ab Claudio: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sha’ab Claudio 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: 8.3/10
Waves: 0.5m (4.2s), Wind: 14.6 m/s
Best Night
0:00Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 18.9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sha’ab ClaudioAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sha’ab Claudio
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 Sha’ab Claudio
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.7/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sha’ab Claudio
December
Score: 8.8
November
Score: 8.7
January
Score: 8.6
Ideal Conditions for Sha’ab Claudio
Water Temp
26.1°C / 79.0°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
2.6m / 8.5ft
November
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sha’ab Claudio
Sha’ab Claudio shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (29.9°C) and January the coldest (16.8°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in November with average wave heights of 2.6m and wave periods of 8.0s. The most comfortable wave conditions are in November 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 November to January, 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
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