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    Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع dive site
    wreck
    18m
    Beginner
    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع

    Best months: Jan–May

    Why dive here

    Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع is a wreck dive in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Water ranges 26-32°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeJan–May
    WetsuitA 3mm shorty or thin full wetsuit
    Water26-32°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterWreck dive · max 18m

    Abo Almadafee, or "Father of the Cannons," sits just off Jeddah, offering a relaxed dive perfect for newer divers. At a maximum depth of 18m, it’s a gentle introduction to the Red Sea. You’ll find a sandy bottom dotted with small coral heads, home to plenty of damselfish and small wrasse flitting about. It’s a site we often suggest for those looking to get comfortable with their buoyancy or refresh their skills, rather than seeking huge pelagics. Conditions are generally calm, making for an easy, pleasant dive.

    Typical Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع Dive Profile

    10m20mSafety Stop0m18m 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

    Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.

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

    Today06:2018:0511h 45m daylightGolden hour 17:35

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع

    Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Abo Almadafee أبو المدافع, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (21.69, 39.01) (4km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    31°C

    87°F · Range: 28.7–32.1°C

    Current Speed

    2.24 cm/s

    Direction: NE (63.4°)

    Chlorophyll-a

    0.079 mg/m³

    Very clear (oligotrophic)

    Salinity

    37.06 PSU

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

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