Jordan

Askān Al Mīnā’

Askān al Mīnā’ - photo 1

Photo by Hisham Zayadneh on Unsplash.

Askān al Mīnā’ is a locality in the Aqaba Governorate on Jordan’s Red Sea coast. In practice, divers usually access the Gulf of Aqaba dive areas from the nearby town of Aqaba, where day boats and shore entries are used for reefs, wrecks, and deeper drop-offs depending on conditions and the specific site. Expect typical Red Sea conditions for the region: clear saltwater, strong current on some sites, and marine life such as reef fish and larger animals where the habitat supports them. Since there are no dive centers directly listed for this place, you’ll likely book through Aqaba-based operators for equipment, guides, and transfer to the day’s sites.

Essential information for traveling in Jordan

About Jordan

Sea
Gulf of Aqaba and Indian Ocean
Timezone
Asia/Amman
Languages
AR
Demonym
Jordanian
Phone prefix
+962

Practicalities

Currency
JOD
Voltage
230
Plug type
Type C, Type D, Type E
Airports
AMM AQJ

Diving specifics

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

Dive sites and dive centers around Askān al Mīnā’

Nearby Dive Sites (54)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Askān al Mīnā’

The best time to dive in Askān al Mīnā’

The best months to dive in Askān al Mīnā’ are from July to September. Temperatures are confortable (31-35°C), currents are mild and the visibility is at its best.

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
17 °C 22 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
16 °C 21 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
22 °C 21 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
25 °C 22 °C 8/10
05 - May
29 °C 24 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
32 °C 25 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
35 °C 29 °C 9/10
08 - Aug.
34 °C 29 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
31 °C 28 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
27 °C 26 °C 8/10
11 - Nov.
24 °C 25 °C 9/10
12 - Dec.
17 °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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