United Arab Emirates

Khor Fakkan

Khor Fakkan - photo 1

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Khor Fakkan is a coastal city on the Gulf of Oman in Sharjah. It functions primarily as a gateway for day trips to nearby dive sites along the shores of the Gulf and access to dive centers in the wider UAE region. The area is known for warm, generally calm conditions suitable for beginners and recreational divers, with access to local reefs and shallow wrecks within easy boat range. As a small city with limited in-town diving infrastructure, most diving activity is organized through UAE-based operators from larger hubs, with many options available within a short drive or boat ride from Khor Fakkan.

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 Khor Fakkan

Nearby Dive Sites (3)

Nearby cities for scuba diving around Khor Fakkan

The best time to dive in Khor Fakkan

The best months to dive in Khor Fakkan 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.
20 °C 24 °C 8/10
02 - Feb.
22 °C 24 °C 8/10
03 - Mar.
25 °C 24 °C 8/10
04 - Apr.
32 °C 27 °C 8/10
05 - May
35 °C 30 °C 8/10
06 - Jun.
36 °C 33 °C 8/10
07 - Jul.
34 °C 33 °C 8/10
08 - Aug.
33 °C 32 °C 8/10
09 - Sept.
32 °C 32 °C 8/10
10 - Oct.
30 °C 31 °C 9/10
11 - Nov.
26 °C 29 °C 9/10
12 - Dec.
22 °C 26 °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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