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Marsa Bareika

South Sinai, Egypt
Open Water suggestedGenerally calm; boat traffic in the bay5–25 m (16–82 ft) depthBoat entry3mm wetsuit typical

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Marsa Bareika at a glance

Marsa Bareika is a boat dive site in South Sinai, Egypt with depths of 5–25 m (16–82 ft). Typically most favorable Dec · from 3 years of archive data. Divers commonly see Turtle, Butterflyfish, and Octopus. Recent reports put the water around 27°C (80°F). Check the latest conditions and entry details before you go.

Favorable window now· until 19:00 · sunset 18:04

Forecast for this hour · 16:00 · run 20 h ago
0.2 m (0.6 ft)waves — under half a meter expected (waves — under a foot expected)

Tap a factor for its source and model point · Forecast 27°C · seasonal avg 27°C ( · Forecast 80°F · seasonal avg 80°F)

Site hazards: Generally calm; boat traffic in the bay

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Dive windows this week

Mon7:00–19:00 favorable

0.2 m waves · 4 kn wind (0.6 ft waves · 4 kn wind)

Tue7:00–19:00 favorable

0.2 m waves · 4 kn wind (0.6 ft waves · 4 kn wind)

Wed7:00–19:00 favorable

0.3 m waves · 7 kn wind (1.0 ft waves · 7 kn wind)

Thu7:00–19:00 favorable

0.3 m waves · 10 kn wind (1.1 ft waves · 10 kn wind)

Fri7:00–19:00 favorable

0.5 m waves · 5 kn wind (1.6 ft waves · 5 kn wind)

Sat7:00–18:00 favorable

0.2 m waves · 7 kn wind (0.8 ft waves · 7 kn wind)

SunNot in the forecast yet

Favorable windowModerate window— no window

Every forecast dive window each day, site-local time, from wave and wind forecasts. Numbers under each bar are daylight averages.

First light 6:26 · Sunrise 6:50 · Sunset 18:04 · some windows run past sunset

Source: Open-Meteo marine · model point 1.1 km from site · updated 25 Oct, 20:24 EEST

Forecast only — always assess conditions on site.

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Recent diver reports

Dated firsthand observations from divers — not current conditions.

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What Divers Say

Known for: Butterflyfish, Anthias, Bluespotted stingray
Best time: Year-round; good alternative when outer sites are rough

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. January, 96% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 22°C (71°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.1 ft), wind has typically been 12 knots
  2. February, 81% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 20°C (68°F), waves have typically been 0.8 m (2.8 ft), wind has typically been 15 knots
  3. March, 78% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 22°C (71°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.4 ft), wind has typically been 15 knots
  4. April, 78% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 23°C (73°F), waves have typically been 0.8 m (2.7 ft), wind has typically been 16 knots
  5. May, 72% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 24°C (76°F), waves have typically been 0.9 m (2.9 ft), wind has typically been 16 knots
  6. June, 78% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 27°C (80°F), waves have typically been 0.9 m (3.1 ft), wind has typically been 16 knots
  7. July, 85% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 29°C (84°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.4 ft), wind has typically been 15 knots
  8. August, 68% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 29°C (85°F), waves have typically been 1.0 m (3.2 ft), wind has typically been 18 knots
  9. September, 74% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 28°C (83°F), waves have typically been 1.0 m (3.1 ft), wind has typically been 17 knots
  10. October, 91% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 27°C (80°F), waves have typically been 0.9 m (2.8 ft), wind has typically been 14 knots
  11. November, 97% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 25°C (78°F), waves have typically been 0.7 m (2.2 ft), wind has typically been 12 knots
  12. December, 98% of days have historically been favorable, water has typically been 23°C (74°F), waves have typically been 0.6 m (1.9 ft), wind has typically been 12 knots, historically most favorable

December has typically 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

Rough labels: “Commonly seen” usually means two or more recorded sightings near this site in public dive logs (GBIF), “Occasionally seen” one; “Seasonal” and “Rarely seen” come from dive-guide research. Not a measured rate.

Fills & rentals nearby

Facts from OpenStreetMap, corrected by the community — listed by distance only. Details change; confirm with the shop.

Shop facts come from OpenStreetMap and community corrections, shown nearest first. PickADive lists facts and contacts only — no listing is sponsored or ranked.

Data updated July 2026

Site details

A sheltered bay within Ras Mohammed National Park scattered with colourful coral heads across a sandy bottom. The protected setting supports a diverse fish community and makes it a reliable easy dive when the open-water sites are exposed.

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Generally calm; boat traffic in the bay

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