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ldub0915:32 UTC19 Dec 2009

what is the best time to dive in dahab???
Is there a bad season to go? Ie - way too hot in june and july and august? or is it still alright since you're on the water?
Thanks!

brenno14:29 UTC21 Dec 2009

I've always been on March which is alright(it may be windy).
I know that the summer months are very,very hot!

stefo14:08 UTC22 Dec 2009

The summer months are supposed to be best for marine life and visibility ( even though I can't say that I noticed much difference year round - some days better, some days worse, always good). It IS very hot, but bearable most of the time as it is usually a bit windy, and certainly fine once you're in the water.

The winter months can be a bit chilly, especially in the afternoon, but still o.k. Definetely need a good, thick wetsuit for those months.

My favourite time is October - warm water, and pleasantly hot days, warm nights.

paddyp14:06 UTC23 Dec 2009

Nov - Feb is a bit chilly in the water (21-23 degrees). 7mm needed if you are in the water for 60min otherwise you'll get cold.

Jul-Sep the outside temps can rise above 40. Water temp 28-30. You will get burnt unless you cover up between dives.

If you don't mind the heat I'd recommend that you go when it's warmer. You'll enjoy the diving more.

I go 2 times a year and dive with Fantasea. They have great accommodation too. PM me if you want more details.

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ldub0915:32 UTC19 Dec 2009	what is the best time to dive in dahab??? Is there a bad season to go? Ie - way too hot in june and july and august? or is it still alright since you're on the water? Thanks!
brenno14:29 UTC21 Dec 2009	I've always been on March which is alright(it may be windy). I know that the summer months are very,very hot!	1
stefo14:08 UTC22 Dec 2009	The summer months are supposed to be best for marine life and visibility ( even though I can't say that I noticed much difference year round - some days better, some days worse, always good). It IS very hot, but bearable most of the time as it is usually a bit windy, and certainly fine once you're in the water. The winter months can be a bit chilly, especially in the afternoon, but still o.k. Definetely need a good, thick wetsuit for those months. My favourite time is October - warm water, and pleasantly hot days, warm nights.	2
paddyp14:06 UTC23 Dec 2009	Nov - Feb is a bit chilly in the water (21-23 degrees). 7mm needed if you are in the water for 60min otherwise you'll get cold. Jul-Sep the outside temps can rise above 40. Water temp 28-30. You will get burnt unless you cover up between dives. If you don't mind the heat I'd recommend that you go when it's warmer. You'll enjoy the diving more. I go 2 times a year and dive with Fantasea. They have great accommodation too. PM me if you want more details.	3