Abu Kafan South
Why dive here
Abu Kafan South is a dive where divers can encounter humpback whales, spinner dolphins and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Abu Kafan South offers a solid drift dive along its eastern wall. Expect pelagic sightings here, with the occasional grey reef shark cruising by if you're lucky. The reef itself is healthy, dotted with hard corals and small gorgonian fans, providing shelter for moray eels and lionfish. It’s a good choice for intermediate divers comfortable with currents, looking for a bit more action than the inshore reefs.
Typical Abu Kafan South Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 25m - 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 Abu Kafan South
Abu Kafan South Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Abu Kafan South, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (26.49, 34.08) (12km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.4–29°C
Current Speed
28.79 cm/s
Direction: S (159.7°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.07 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
38.69 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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