Zerib Soraya
Discover a stunning dive site in the southern region of Egypt boasting a vibrant coral reef teeming with magnificent soft corals and a picturesque coral garden. Divers can access this captivating underwater world through an enchanting tunnel that traverses the reef's crest. Prepare to be mesmerized by the presence of sand eels, napoleons, and occasional appearances by dolphins and turtles. Moray eels add to the allure, while an exquisite anemone garden enhances the beauty of this site. With exceptional visibility reaching up to 21 meters and a maximum depth of 21 meters, advanced divers will find themselves captivated by the underwater wonders that await. Embark on this unforgettable diving experience near Rohanou Beach Resort, conveniently located at Km 10, Al Qusair on Marsa Aalam Road in Al Qusair City, Red Sea Governorate, Egypt.
Diving Conditions Score for Zerib Soraya
8.8
Very GoodVery good diving conditions!
The score is based on a calculation of the current weather and sea conditions.
Dive Site Overview for Zerib Soraya
Depth
21m
Visibility
21m
Experience Level
advanced
Weather Conditions for Zerib Soraya
Wave Height
0.36m
Wind Speed
4.1 m/s
Water Temp
28.2°C
Visibility
24.04km
Cloud Cover
0%
Wave Period
3.65s
Air Temperature
30°C
Precipitation
0 mm
Detailed 7-Day Diving Forecast for Zerib Soraya
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Dive Score Chart for Zerib Soraya
Best time to dive: 17:00 with score 8.930540540540541/10. Water conditions: Waves 0.44m, Wind 5.9 m/s.Best night dive time: 18:00 with score 8.665945945945948/10.
Chart showing hourly dive conditions including wave height, wind speed, water temperature, and visibility throughout the day.
Sunrise at Zerib Soraya: 06:00
Sunset at Zerib Soraya: 18:00
Optimal diving conditions at Zerib Soraya 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: 8.9/10
Waves: 0.44m (3.7s), Wind: 5.9 m/s
Best Night
18:00Score: 8.7/10
Waves: 0.4m, Wind: 3.4 m/s
Seasonal Analysis for Zerib SorayaAlpha
Historical patterns and best seasons for diving at Zerib Soraya
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 Zerib Soraya
Winter
Avg. Score: 8.5/10
Winter offers the best overall diving conditions with calmer seas and better visibility, despite cooler temperatures.
Best Months for Zerib Soraya
January
Score: 8.7
December
Score: 8.5
February
Score: 8.4
Ideal Conditions for Zerib Soraya
Water Temp
28.1°C / 82.6°F
May
Visibility
12.0m / 39.4ft
May
Wave Height
1.8m / 5.9ft
January
Wave Period
8.0s
January
Seasonal Insights for Zerib Soraya
Zerib Soraya shows typical northern hemisphere patterns with August being the warmest month (31.8°C) and January the coldest (12.9°C). The calmest conditions typically occur in January with average wave heights of 1.8m 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 - Jul 9, 2026
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