Abu Dabab III
Why dive here
With 52+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, oceanic whitetip sharks, spinner dolphins and whale sharks - Abu Dabab III offers some of Deep South's richest reef diving. Water ranges 22-31°C, warmest July, August, September.
Abu Dabab III is a straightforward dive, shallow at just 17 meters, making it ideal for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed second dive. The sandy bottom here is home to plenty of green turtles, often resting or munching on seagrass. Keep an eye out for resident guitarfish too, sometimes half-buried in the sand. It’s a good spot for macro photography and getting close to the bigger, slower residents.
Typical Abu Dabab III Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Abu Dabab III
Abu Dabab III Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Abu Dabab III, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.3, 34.78) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
27°C
81°F · Range: 25.7–28.9°C
Air Temperature
29°C
83°F
Wind Speed
7.55 m/s
14.7 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1011.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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