Ras Mohammed offers a diverse spread of sites, from shallow beginner-friendly reefs like Turtle Bay and The Temple to deeper walls and cave systems such as Umm Gammar and Abu Ramada Cave. Drift dives run through sites including Siyul Kebira and Police Station, while wrecks add variety at Bluff Point Wreck and El Mina. The resident marine life is notably rich: Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Giant Moray, Indian Lionfish and Twoband Clownfish are consistently observed across the reef network, with Napoleon Wrasse and Emperor Angelfish among the signature encounters.
Monthly water temperature across Ras Mohammed's sites, from satellite sea-surface data corrected for depth. The band shows the site-to-site spread.
Water stays warm throughout the year, rising to its peak through late summer and early autumn, and dipping only slightly in late winter. The peak booking months cluster around spring and autumn, when conditions tend to be settled and visibility on the walls and drop-offs is at its best. Summer remains pleasant for diving, while winter months still offer comfortable water for those who prefer quieter schedules.
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Water temperature around Ras Mohammed ranges from about 22°C in March to 28°C in August, based on satellite sea-temperature data for its dive sites.
In the warm season (about 28°C) a rash guard or 3mm shorty is comfortable in Ras Mohammed; in the coldest months (about 22°C) step up to a 3mm full suit.
Fin maps 101 sites in Ras Mohammed (101 scuba diving sites and 21 snorkelling spots, with some suited to both).
Ras Mohammed has a well-documented resident population of Bluespotted Fantail Ray, Giant Moray, Indian Lionfish and Twoband Clownfish observed across the majority of sites. Emperor Angelfish and Regal Angelfish are common on the reefs, and Napoleon Wrasse appear occasionally. More cryptic encounters include Crocodilefish and Striped Pyjama Nudibranch for observant divers.
A good number of sites cater specifically to beginners, including The Temple with its accessible shore entry, Shaab Iris with its shallow depths and mild currents, and Manta Point's sloping coral garden. Intermediate sites such as the walls at Sha ab Adel and the cave system at Umm Gammar give more experienced divers plenty of challenge alongside the easier options.
Most sites in Ras Mohammed require boat access, reflecting the offshore nature of many of the reefs and walls. However, shore entries are available at The Temple and Oberoi Housereef, and Turtle Bay can be accessed both from shore and by boat. With many operators available locally, arranging boat trips to the wider reef network is straightforward.
Ras Mohammed covers a broad range of site types: reef walls and drop-offs feature at Sha ab Adel and El Fanadir South, cave systems appear at Abu Ramada Cave and Umm Gammar, and drift dives run at Siyul Kebira and Police Station. Wrecks including El Mina and Bluff Point Wreck add structural variety, making the region rewarding across multiple visits.
