Turtle City
This dive site is conveniently located near the renowned Munassir Wreck in Oman's Khaysat ash Shaykh, Muscat region. With a maximum depth of 16m and a visibility of 15m, it caters to divers of all levels - from beginners to advanced and expert divers. The site boasts a shallow range of 6m to 12m, making it ideal for underwater photography enthusiasts seeking vibrant coral formations.
Divers visiting this hotspot can expect frequent sightings of turtles throughout the site. Moreover, exploring the sandy areas presents an opportunity to spot rays. The pristine condition of the coral further enhances the beauty of this dive site.
Divers visiting this hotspot can expect frequent sightings of turtles throughout the site. Moreover, exploring the sandy areas presents an opportunity to spot rays. The pristine condition of the coral further enhances the beauty of this dive site.
Diving Conditions Score for Turtle City
6.8
Above AverageDecent conditions, proceed with caution.
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Turtle City
Depth
16m
Visibility
15m
Experience Level
beginner
advanced
expert
Weather Conditions for Turtle City
Wave Height
0.62m
Wind Speed
6.6 m/s
Water Temp
32°C
Visibility
16.16km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
5.15s
Air Temperature
31.4°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Turtle City
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Dive Score Chart for Turtle City
Best time to dive: 15:00 with score 8.055028248587572/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.5m, Wind 11.7 m/s.Best night dive time: 4:00 with score 8.051794871794872/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Turtle City: 06:00
Sunset at Turtle City: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Turtle City 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
15:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.5m (5.9s), Wind: 11.7 m/s
Safest Overall
6:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.6m (5.5s), Wind: 8 m/s
Best Night
4:00Score: 8.1/10
Waves: 0.62m, Wind: 2.6 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Turtle CityAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Turtle City
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 Turtle City
Winter
Avg. Score: 9.0/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Turtle City
March
Score: 9.2
November
Score: 9.2
December
Score: 9.2
Ideal Conditions for Turtle City
Water Temp
26.0°C / 78.8°F
October
Visibility
14.5m / 47.6ft
November
Wave Height
1.3m / 4.3ft
December
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Turtle City
Turtle City shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with June being the warmest month (34.6°C) and January the coldest (17.4°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in December with average wave heights of 1.3m 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 23, 2026
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