16m
    Beginner
    Deep South, Egypt

    Abu Dabab South

    Best months: Jan–Dec

    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 South offers some of Deep South's richest reef diving. Water sits around 23°C.

    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Spinner Dolphins and Whale Sharks · 52+ species recorded
    Water23°C · warmest January, February, March
    CharacterReef dive · max 16m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Abu Dabab South is a shallow, sheltered bay, ideal for beginners or those looking for a relaxed dive. The maximum depth sits at 16 meters, making it a comfortable spot for longer bottom times. You'll often find green sea turtles munching on seagrass, and there's a good chance of spotting a dugong if you're patient. It’s a solid choice for an easy second dive or for practicing skills.

    Typical Abu Dabab South Dive Profile

    10mSafety Stop0m16m max~50 min estimated bottom time

    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.

    Today05:1918:1012h 51m daylightGolden hour 17:39

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Abu Dabab South

    Abu Dabab South Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Abu Dabab South, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (25.03, 34.97) (0km away)

    August Averages

    Sea Temperature

    22.73°C

    73°F

    Air Temperature

    34.09°C

    93°F

    Wind Speed

    8.41 m/s

    16.3 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1004.9 hPa

    Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC

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