Hydro Lab dive site

Abaco, Bahamas

Peterson Cay National Park

Hydro Lab

Best months: Mar–Jul

Protected Area

Peterson Cay National Park

Why dive here

With 367+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Hydro Lab offers some of Abaco's richest diving. Water ranges 24-30°C, warmest July, August, September.

Best timeMar–Jul

WetsuitA 3mm full wetsuit

Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Dwarf Minke Whales, Humpback Whales and Nurse Sharks · 367+ species recorded

Water24-30°C · warmest July, August, September

StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

The Hydro Lab site in Abaco offers a unique dive exploring an old scientific habitat from the 1960s. We've found the remaining structure provides interesting swim-throughs and shelter for smaller reef fish and occasional nurse sharks. It’s a good choice for divers looking for something a bit different from a typical reef dive, with depths accessible to most certification levels. Expect a blend of history and modest marine encounters.

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Conditions

Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Hydro Lab

Hydro Lab Ocean Conditions

Monthly averages for Hydro Lab, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 8722670 - Lake Worth Pier, FL (297km away)

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October Averages

Sea Temperature

28°C

83°F · Range: 25.1–30.8°C

Air Temperature

27°C

80°F

Current Speed

4.47 cm/s

Direction: NW (296.6°)

Chlorophyll-a

0.047 mg/m³

Very clear (oligotrophic)

Salinity

36.54 PSU

Wind Speed

5.4 m/s

10.5 knots

Atmospheric Pressure

1014.5 hPa

Visibility

22 nmi

Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)

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