Dubai & Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

    Ḩālat Idayy

    Best months: Apr–Jun

    Why dive here

    Ḩālat Idayy is a reef dive where divers can encounter dolphins, sea turtles and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-35°C, warmest July, August, September.

    Best timeApr–Jun
    WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit
    Marine lifeDolphins, Sea Turtles and Whale Sharks
    Water22-35°C · warmest July, August, September
    CharacterReef dive

    Ḩālat Idayy offers a glimpse into the natural reef systems off the UAE coast. It's a proper coral reef, not just a rocky patch, which is always a bonus in this region. You’ll find the usual suspects here, like parrotfish grazing away and some smaller reef fish darting between the soft corals. It's a calm dive, generally, making it a good choice for newer divers looking to build confidence or for those just wanting a relaxed afternoon underwater without battling strong currents. While it might not blow your mind with massive pelagics, it’s a solid spot for enjoying the quiet beauty of a healthy, if unassuming, local reef.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Ḩālat Idayy

    Ḩālat Idayy Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for Ḩālat Idayy, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.03, 53.72) (18km away)

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    October Averages

    Sea Temperature

    33°C

    91°F · Range: 30.1–34.3°C

    Air Temperature

    30°C

    86°F

    Wind Speed

    6.23 m/s

    12.1 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1010.4 hPa

    Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data

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