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Shaab Nakari

Located just 5 kilometers off the coast of Marsa Alam, Egypt, the northwest side of Shaab Nakari is a prime dive site for both beginner and advanced divers. This stunning underwater spot offers captivating wall diving and presents a typical Red Sea coral reef, teeming with a variety of marine life. With a maximum depth of 21 meters and visibility reaching up to 21 meters, divers can expect an immersive experience in this underwater paradise.

The sandy bottom at 15-25 meters on the west side of Shaab Nakari provides an ideal habitat for a diverse range of marine species. Divers can encounter lively schools of single-spot snappers, banner fish, butterfly fish, goatfishes, groupers, moray eels, sweetlips, and representatives of the scorpion fish family. These colorful and fascinating creatures add to the allure and charm of the dive site.

Shaab Nakari is a must-visit location for those looking to explore the underwater wonders of the Red Sea. Whether you are a beginner or advanced diver, the numerous attractions and diverse marine life make this dive site an unforgettable experience. Don't miss the opportunity to dive into the crystal-clear waters of Shaab Nakari and discover the magic that lies beneath the surface.

(Contact: Marsa Alam, Red Sea Governorate, 84721, Egypt)

Diving Conditions Score for Shaab Nakari

7.9
Good

Good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.

Dive Site Overview for Shaab Nakari

Depth

21m

Visibility

21m

Experience Level

beginner
advanced

Weather Conditions for Shaab Nakari

Wave Height

0.58m

Wind Speed

16.4 m/s

Water Temp

27.7°C

Visibility

26.04km

Cloud Cover

0%

Wave Period

4.7s

Air Temperature

29.8°C

Precipitation

0 mm

Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Shaab Nakari
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Dive Score Chart for Shaab Nakari

Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.07057239057239/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.7m, Wind 16.6 m/s.Best night dive time: 20:00 with score 7.8178947368421055/10.

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

Sunrise at Shaab Nakari: 06:00
Sunset at Shaab Nakari: 18:00

Optimal diving conditions at Shaab Nakari 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: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.7m (4.95s), Wind: 16.6 m/s

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Best Night
20:00

Score: 7.8/10
Waves: 0.6m, Wind: 15.4 m/s

Seasonal Analysis for Shaab Nakari
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Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Shaab Nakari

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 Shaab Nakari

Winter

Avg. Score: 10.0/10

Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.

Best Months for Shaab Nakari

January
Score: 10.0
February
Score: 10.0
December
Score: 10.0

Ideal Conditions for Shaab Nakari

Water Temp

Thermometer Emoji

22.5°C / 72.5°F

June

Visibility

Telescope Emoji

20.1m / 65.9ft

October

Wave Height

Wave Emoji

0.2m / 0.7ft

January

Wave Period

Wave Emoji

8.0s

January

Seasonal Insights for Shaab Nakari

Shaab Nakari shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (22.5°C) and December the coldest (18.5°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 0.2m 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.

Scoring Legend:
9-10 (Excellent)
7-8 (Good)
5-6 (Average)
3-4 (Poor)
1-2 (Dangerous)

Last updated: 1 min. ago - Jun 22, 2026

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