Nabih SalehNabih Saleh at a Glance
About Nabih Saleh
Nabih Saleh is a small island in the Persian Gulf within Bahrain’s Capital Governorate. It is one of the many low-lying islands that make up Bahrain’s nearshore archipelago.
A largely local and low-profile island environment rather than developed tourist infrastructure, with shoreline and coastal features typical of Bahrain’s small islands. It is visited mainly by people exploring Bahrain’s archipelago rather than by large-scale tourism operators.
The island is part of Bahrain’s long-settled island group in the Gulf; detailed published history and archaeological information for Nabih Saleh are limited in widely available sources.
Nabih Saleh lies in the northern Persian Gulf inside Bahrain’s Capital Governorate. It is one of the smaller islands close to the main island group of Bahrain.
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Best Time to Visit Nabih Saleh
Bahrain's cooler months (Nov-Mar) are the most comfortable for exploring small islands.
Weather & Climate near Nabih Saleh
Tropical climate with very hot summers (peaking in July) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 41°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Excellent | 12° - 20° | 16° | 15 mm | some cloud | 68% | 4.3 m/s | 0.8 moderate | 10.6h |
| February | Excellent | 13° - 22° | 18° | 15 mm | some cloud | 69% | 4.7 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.1h |
| March | Ideal | 16° - 26° | 21° | 24 mm | some cloud | 65% | 4.5 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.9h |
| April | Ideal | 20° - 31° | 26° | 6 mm | partly cloudy | 62% | 4.8 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.7h |
| May | Excellent | 25° - 37° | 34° | 1 mm | some cloud | 57% | 4.6 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 13.3h |
| June | Excellent | 28° - 40° | 40° | 0 mm | clear | 56% | 4.5 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.6h |
| July | Very Good | 29° - 41° | 44° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 58% | 4.3 m/s | 2.1 extreme | 13.5h |
| August | Very Good | 29° - 40° | 44° | 0 mm | mostly sunny | 61% | 4.3 m/s | 2.0 very high | 12.9h |
| September | Excellent | 27° - 38° | 38° | 0 mm | clear | 60% | 3.9 m/s | 1.7 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Ideal | 23° - 34° | 31° | 1 mm | clear | 61% | 3.7 m/s | 1.3 high | 11.4h |
| November | Ideal | 19° - 28° | 24° | 9 mm | mostly sunny | 63% | 4.0 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
| December | Ideal | 14° - 23° | 19° | 11 mm | some cloud | 68% | 4.3 m/s | 0.7 moderate | 10.4h |
How to Get to Nabih Saleh
Access typically via local boat services from Muharraq or the northern mainland piers; schedules can be irregular so confirm with local operators.
Tips for Visiting Nabih Saleh
- Confirm boat or ferry schedules in advance - small islands in Bahrain may only be served occasionally.
- Visit during late afternoon for cooler temperatures and pleasant light for photography.
- Respect local customs when photographing people and houses.