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    Altafyah Middle Reef dive site
    reef
    20m
    Beginner
    Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

    Altafyah Middle Reef

    Best months: Jan–May

    Why dive here

    Altafyah Middle Reef is a reef 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
    CharacterReef dive · max 20m

    Altafyah Middle Reef is one of those easy-access spots just off Jeddah, perfect for getting back in the water or for newer divers. The reef plateaus around 20 metres, making it a comfortable depth for extended bottom times. We often find schooling bannerfish here, along with the usual suspects like parrotfish and a few anemonefish tucked into their homes. Visibility is generally good, sometimes pushing 20 metres, which helps if you’re still getting used to your buoyancy. It’s a solid pick for a relaxed afternoon dive, without too much fuss.

    Typical Altafyah Middle Reef 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 Altafyah Middle Reef

    Altafyah Middle Reef Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Altafyah Middle Reef, 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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