Sharm rocks
Sharm Rock, also known as "3 Rocks Pinnacles" or "3 Sisters," is a popular dive site located approximately 15 minutes South of the Meridian Fujairah in the United Arab Emirates. Its maximum depth ranges from 10 to 22 meters, offering a suitable environment for divers of all levels, especially beginners.
This dive site boasts three small outcrops of rocks that emerge above the water, creating a captivating landscape. Soft corals envelop these rocks, creating a sanctuary for a diverse array of reef fish including snappers, large-mouth mackerel, fusiliers, and shoals of jacks.
The water conditions at Sharm Rock are typically calm, providing excellent visibility ranging from 5 to 20 meters. With its shallow depths, this site is also well-suited for snorkeling. Furthermore, it serves as a fantastic location for night dives, adding an extra layer of excitement for underwater explorations.
For those planning a visit to Sharm Rock, it is easily accessible from Dibba-Khor Fakkan Road, Al Aqah, Fujairah Emirate, United Arab Emirates. So, whether you are a beginner diver seeking to enhance your skills or an experienced diver craving an unforgettable adventure, Sharm Rock offers the perfect diving experience in the beautiful waters of the United Arab Emirates.
This dive site boasts three small outcrops of rocks that emerge above the water, creating a captivating landscape. Soft corals envelop these rocks, creating a sanctuary for a diverse array of reef fish including snappers, large-mouth mackerel, fusiliers, and shoals of jacks.
The water conditions at Sharm Rock are typically calm, providing excellent visibility ranging from 5 to 20 meters. With its shallow depths, this site is also well-suited for snorkeling. Furthermore, it serves as a fantastic location for night dives, adding an extra layer of excitement for underwater explorations.
For those planning a visit to Sharm Rock, it is easily accessible from Dibba-Khor Fakkan Road, Al Aqah, Fujairah Emirate, United Arab Emirates. So, whether you are a beginner diver seeking to enhance your skills or an experienced diver craving an unforgettable adventure, Sharm Rock offers the perfect diving experience in the beautiful waters of the United Arab Emirates.
Diving Conditions Score for Sharm rocks
5.5
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The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Sharm rocks
Depth
12m
Visibility
7m
Experience Level
beginner
Weather Conditions for Sharm rocks
Wave Height
0.46m
Wind Speed
11.8 m/s
Water Temp
33.5°C
Visibility
15.04km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.45s
Air Temperature
37.1°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Sharm rocks
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Dive Score Chart for Sharm rocks
Best time to dive: 6:00 with score 7.569660471976402/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.46m, Wind 9 m/s.Best night dive time: 2:00 with score 7.686764367816092/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Sharm rocks: 06:00
Sunset at Sharm rocks: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Sharm rocks 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
2:00Score: 7.7/10
Waves: 0.46m (5.8s), Wind: 3.4 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.46m (5.65s), Wind: 9 m/s
Best Day
6:00Score: 7.6/10
Waves: 0.46m, Wind: 9 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Sharm rocksAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Sharm rocks
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 Sharm rocks
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.2/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Sharm rocks
December
Score: 9.3
January
Score: 9.2
November
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Sharm rocks
Water Temp
27.2°C / 81.0°F
October
Visibility
15.3m / 50.2ft
December
Wave Height
1.0m / 3.3ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Sharm rocks
Sharm rocks shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (34.4°C) and January the coldest (16.3°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.0m 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 28, 2026
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