Bahrain
Abu Thama
About this Dive Site
Description
Abu Thama is a captivating dive site in the Hawar Islands, renowned for its impressive coral pinnacles that rise from the seabed. This vibrant ecosystem attracts a variety of pelagic species, offering thrilling encounters with bigeye trevally, sweetlips, and even reef sharks. Prepare for an underwater spectacle teeming with larger marine life.
Best Time to Dive
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23°C | 24°C | 26°C | 28°C | 30°C | 31°C | 32°C | 32°C | 31°C | 29°C | 26°C | 24°C |
Peak Season
March, April, November
Jan
Cooler water, good for spotting diverse reef fish and invertebrates.
Feb
Water temperature rising, good visibility for exploring the islands' reefs.
Mar
Excellent visibility, pleasant water temperatures, potential for seeing larger fish.
Apr
Warmest water of the spring, great visibility for exploring the diverse marine life.
More monthly highlights
May
Water is warm, visibility can decrease slightly due to plankton.
Jun
Hot weather, visibility can be reduced by plankton.
Jul
Hottest month, visibility often at its lowest.
Aug
Continued hot weather and reduced visibility.
Sep
Water starts to cool slightly, visibility may improve.
Oct
Pleasant water temperatures, visibility improving.
Nov
Excellent visibility, comfortable water temperatures, good for spotting a variety of marine life.
Dec
Cooler water, good for spotting smaller marine life and exploring the reef structures.
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