United Arab Emirates

Dubai Marina

Dubai Marina - photo 1

Photo by Ashim D’Silva on Unsplash.

Dubai Marina is a coastal district in the Emirate of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. While the area itself is a high-density urban waterfront, it is not a primary diving hub. Access to diving typically requires a short drive or boat trip to reputable dive centers in Dubai or Ajman for Red Sea-style wrecks and reefs, with limited in-city diving options. Divers visiting Dubai often base in this area to combine city experiences with day trips to nearby dive sites along the Persian Gulf, where visibility and marine life vary, and where many centers offer courses, equipment rental, and guided dives.

Essential information for traveling in United Arab Emirates

About United Arab Emirates

Sea
Gulf of Oman, Persian Gulf and Indian Ocean
Timezone
Asia/Dubai
Languages
AR
Demonym
Emirian
Phone prefix
+971

Practicalities

Currency
AED
Voltage
220, 230
Plug type
Type G, Type F
Airports
DXB DWC AUH SHJ FJR

Diving specifics

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

Dive sites and dive centers around Dubai Marina

Nearby Dive Sites (3)

Nearby Dive Centers (1)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Dubai Marina

The best time to dive in Dubai Marina

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

Excellent Good Fair Mitigated
01 - Jan.
19 °C 21 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
21 °C 22 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
24 °C 23 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
28 °C 27 °C 8/10
05 - May
32 °C 31 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
33 °C 33 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
35 °C 34 °C 8/10
08 - Aug.
36 °C 34 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
33 °C 34 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
30 °C 31 °C 9/10
11 - Nov.
25 °C 28 °C 9/10
12 - Dec.
22 °C 24 °C 7/10

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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