Diving in Ras Gharib is year-round. This part of Egypt experiences warm winters and very hot summers. However water temperatures can vary significantly in the Gulf of Suez. Expect the warmest water temperatures to occur in August with an average of 82°F (28°C). The coolest water temperatures are recorded in February (72°F/22°C) when a 5mm wetsuit may be necessary to dive comfortably. Visibility is generally more than 60 feet (20 meters).