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Lima Rock (South)

Musandam, Oman
AOW suggested5–40 m depthBoat entryRash guard or 2mm shorty typical

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Lima Rock (South) at a glance

Lima Rock (South) is a advanced boat dive site in Musandam, Oman with depths of 5–40 m (16–131 ft). Typically most favorable Jan–Dec · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Yellowtail fusilier, Bigeye trevally, and Barracuda. Recent reports put the water around 34°C (93°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Marine model · graded 4h ago
0.5 mwaves — under a meter expected

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 34°C · seasonal avg 33°C

Site hazards: Variable to strong currents; deep walls; offshore exposed location; remote from medical facilities.

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Dive windows this week

Best: Fri
Sun10:00–20:00
Mon6:00–20:00
Tue6:00–20:00
Wed6:00–20:00
Thu6:00–20:00
Fri6:00–20:00
Sat6:00–20:00

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

First light 5:12 · Sunrise 5:37 · Sunset 19:04

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 7.3 km from site · graded 4h ago

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

No diver reports for this site yet. — one dated observation helps every diver after you.

What Divers Say

Known for: Yellowtail fusilier, Bigeye trevally, Barracuda
Best time: October to May for calmer, clearer water.

Based on community reviews and site data. Conditions vary — always verify before diving.

Best months, historically

What conditions have historically been typical at this site, month by month — not a forecast.

  1. Jan100%24°C0.3 m
  2. Feb100%24°C0.3 m
  3. Mar100%24°C0.2 m
  4. Apr100%27°C0.2 m
  5. May100%30°C0.2 m
  6. Jun100%33°C0.4 m
  7. Jul100%33°C0.5 m
  8. Aug100%32°C0.5 m
  9. Sep100%32°C0.4 m
  10. Oct100%31°C0.3 m
  11. Nov100%29°C0.2 m
  12. Dec100%26°C0.3 m

January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December havetypically had the largest share of favorable days here. Conditions vary year to year — this is historical context, not a forecast.

Based on 3 years of archive data. Bar height shows the share of days each month whose conditions have historically scored favorably.

Marine life seen at this site

Species noted at this site — not a promise of what you’ll encounter.

Species seen here

  • Yellowtail fusilierCommonly seen
  • Bigeye trevallyCommonly seen
  • BarracudaCommonly seen
  • Honeycomb morayCommonly seen
  • LionfishCommonly seen
  • Leopard (zebra) sharkOccasionally seen
  • Eagle rayOccasionally seen
  • Whale sharkSeasonal

Fills & rentals nearby

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Site details

The southern face of the Lima Rock pinnacle in Musandam, a more sheltered alternative to the north side when current or swell is running. Walls and boulder slopes descend steeply to a sandy seabed well beyond 40 m, with rich soft-coral growth and schooling reef fish. Currents are usually present and can be strong, so the side dived is chosen on the day according to conditions. Reached by boat from Dibba, it shares Lima Rock's reputation for healthy fish life and occasional pelagics.

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Variable to strong currents; deep walls; offshore exposed location; remote from medical facilities.

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