South Horne
Why dive here
With 154+ marine species recorded in the area - including hammerhead sharks, sea turtles, tiger sharks and napoleon wrasse - South Horne offers some of Great Barrier Reef's richest diving. Water ranges 24-30°C, warmest January, February, March.
South Horne offers a straightforward dive on the outer edges of the Great Barrier Reef. We typically find solid coral formations here, home to plenty of reef fish like parrotfish and small schools of fusiliers. It's a decent spot if you're looking for a relaxed drift or simply want to log a solid, easy dive in the area. Best for divers who appreciate consistent reef scenery without the need for dramatic drop-offs or pelagic action.
Safety Notes
Strong currents typical this month (avg 30 cm/s). Good buoyancy control essential.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for South Horne
South Horne Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for South Horne, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (-15.65, 145.72) (5km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
26°C
80°F · Range: 24.5–29°C
Current Speed
30.07 cm/s
Direction: S (183.8°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.057 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
35.08 PSU
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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