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    Shaab Abu Nuhas dive site
    reef
    20m
    Beginner
    El Gouna, Egypt
    شعاب البحر الأحمر

    Shaab Abu Nuhas

    Best months: Jul–Nov

    Protected Area

    شعاب البحر الأحمر

    Why dive here

    With 57+ marine species recorded in the area - including dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses, seahorses and spinner dolphins - Shaab Abu Nuhas offers some of El Gouna's richest reef diving. Water ranges 21-28°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJul–Nov
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Humpback Whales, Octopuses, Seahorses and Spinner Dolphins · 57+ species recorded
    Water21-28°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive · max 20m
    StandoutRich in charismatic marine life

    Shaab Abu Nuhas is a beginner-friendly reef dive in El Gouna, topping out at 20 meters. It’s a good spot for a relaxed drift over coral, often with plenty of reef fish around. We’ve found it’s a reliable choice for less experienced divers looking for an easy introduction to the local reefs.

    Typical Shaab Abu Nuhas Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m20m max~30 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

    Depth of 20m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Shaab Abu Nuhas

    Shaab Abu Nuhas Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Shaab Abu Nuhas, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (27.8, 33.58) (11km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    26°C

    79°F · Range: 25–27°C

    Current Speed

    19.42 cm/s

    Direction: SE (145.5°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.069 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    38.94 PSU

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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