In Oman, call 9999 and ask for the Coastguard. Second 24-hour line: Oman RCC (RAFO), +968 2433 4211. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16, or a DSC distress alert on channel 70.
The North Indian Ocean, which includes the Arabian Sea, has two cyclone seasons: May–June and October–November. The southwest monsoon (Khareef) winds blow from May to September.
Oman Meteorology (Civil Aviation Authority) · Oman Meteorology (Civil Aviation Authority) ▾
met.caa.gov.om (2026-10-14): “There are two cyclone seasons in the North Indian Ocean (which includes the Arabian Sea and the Bay of Bengal): … The first season occurs during May and June. … The second season occurs during October and November.”
met.caa.gov.om (2026-10-14): “The monsoon winds, driven by southerly trade winds, begin in May and persist until September”
Official warnings
Vessels may be at higher risk of maritime attack, including piracy, in the Gulf of Oman, the northern Arabian Sea, the Gulf of Aden and Bab el-Mandeb. Many areas of the Gulf of Aden are restricted, and vessels entering them have been detained.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office · UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ▾
gov.uk (2026-10-14, gov-travel): “Many areas of the Gulf of Aden are restricted. Vessels entering these areas have been detained and inspected, sometimes resulting in arrests.”
gov.uk (2026-10-14, gov-travel): “Vessels may be at increased risk of maritime attack, including piracy, in:”
The safety of tourist boats may not meet UK standards. Make sure there are life jackets for every passenger.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ▾
gov.uk (2026-10-14, gov-travel): “The safety of tourist boats may not be up to UK standards. Make sure life jackets are available for all passengers.”
UK government guidance for yachts: piracy off Somalia and in the Gulf of Aden has fallen from its peak but remains a risk, with attacks possible up to 1,000 nautical miles from the Somali coast. Sailing vessels should not enter the former High-Risk Area.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ▾
gov.uk (2026-10-14, intl): “Pirate attacks can occur up to 1,000 nautical miles from the Somali coast. Sailing vessels should not enter the former High-Risk Area, as they may be particularly vulnerable to attack due to their low speed and height between the waterline and the deck.”
In Oman, call 9999 and ask for the Coastguard. Second 24-hour line: Oman RCC (RAFO), +968 2433 4211. On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16, or a DSC distress alert on channel 70.
Does 112 work in Oman?+
9999 is the number the authorities in Oman give for emergencies at sea. Many phones also pass 112 on, but we found no official confirmation for Oman.
Which rescue centre is responsible for me?+
The one whose search-and-rescue area you are in — not the country of your SIM card. Near borders that can change during a trip; the VesselSOS app picks it from your GPS position.
When is the storm season in Oman?+
The North Indian Ocean, which includes the Arabian Sea, has two cyclone seasons: May–June and October–November. The southwest monsoon (Khareef) winds blow from May to September.
Where do I get the marine weather forecast for Oman?+
Oman Meteorology (Civil Aviation Authority) publishes a sea-state forecast with wave heights and marine warnings for Oman's coasts.
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