Southern Crack
Why dive here
Southern Crack is a dive where divers can encounter dolphins, sea turtles and whale sharks. Water ranges 22-35°C, warmest July, August, September.
Southern Crack, off the Dubai coast, is a site we often visit when we’re after a relaxed dive. It’s not going to blow your mind with dramatic topography, but at a consistent 14m, it’s a good spot to hone your buoyancy or test out new gear without too much distraction. You’ll typically find plenty of snapper, bream, and the occasional batfish hanging around the small, scattered coral patches. We’ve also had some fun spotting gobies and shrimp in the sandy areas. It's a solid intermediate dive, forgiving but still engaging enough for a pleasant afternoon in the water.
Typical Southern Crack Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Southern Crack
Southern Crack Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Southern Crack, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (25.03, 53.72) (18km away)
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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