Egypt

Dahab

Dahab - photo 1

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Dahab sits on the southeast corner of the Sinai Peninsula along the Gulf of Aqaba, offering a mix of shore access and boat dives. The area is known for calm, clear waters, sandy and rocky seabeds, and a variety of reef habitats close to shore. Common diving features include shallow coral gardens, gentle wall drops, and occasional drift dives along the gulf. Marine life regularly includes reef fish, corals, sea fans, and occasional larger species attracted to the Gulf of Aqaba. Access is convenient from the town with multiple local dive centers serving both beginner and intermediate divers, while some deeper sites lie farther offshore. The region benefits from a steady climate with warm winters and hot summers, making diving feasible most of the year.

Essential information for traveling in Egypt

About Egypt

Sea
Gulf of Suez, Mediterranean Sea - Eastern Basin...
Languages
AR
Demonym
Egyptian
Phone prefix
+20

Practicalities

Currency
EGP
Voltage
220, 230
Plug type
Type C, Type F
Airports
CAI HRG SSH RMF HBE

Diving specifics

Temperature
°C
Depth units
meters
Pressure
bar
Regulators
DIN Yoke (INT)

Cities to dive in the Dahab region

Nearby Dive Centers (12)

The best times to dive in the Dahab region

The best months to dive in Dahab are from July to October. Temperatures are confortable (30-36°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
20 °C 22 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
18 °C 21 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
23 °C 21 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
27 °C 23 °C 8/10
05 - May
31 °C 24 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
33 °C 25 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
35 °C 28 °C 8/10
08 - Aug.
36 °C 29 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
33 °C 27 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
30 °C 26 °C 8/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 26 °C 8/10
12 - Dec.
20 °C 24 °C 8/10

Based on last year's weather. Scores compare months for this destination only and are indicative. A mitigated month may still suit many divers.

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