Abu Rashid Drift
Why dive here
Abu Rashid Drift is a drift dive where divers can encounter blacktip reef sharks, sea turtles and whale sharks.
Abu Rashid Drift, off Fujairah, offers a straightforward current dive to 21 meters. We often find schooling fusiliers here, along with the occasional moray eel tucked into the reef. It’s a good spot for intermediate divers looking for a relaxed drift experience without too much drama. Visibility can vary, but on a good day, it’s a pleasant ride.
Typical Abu Rashid Drift 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 21m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Drift dive - carry a surface marker buoy (SMB) and stay with your group. Brief the current direction before entry.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Abu Rashid Drift
Abu Rashid Drift Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Abu Rashid Drift, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (25.58, 56.33) (0km away)
August Averages
Air Temperature
32.58°C
91°F
Wind Speed
4.12 m/s
8.0 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
999.8 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC
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