Barracuda Shoals
Protected Area
Jewfish Cay Marine Reserve
Why dive here
With 362+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales and humpback whales - Barracuda Shoals offers some of Long Island's richest diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
Barracuda Shoals is one of those sites we always suggest early in a trip, especially if you're getting your sea legs back. At just 10 metres, it's a relaxed dive, but don't mistake shallow for uninteresting. We've often found large schools of barracuda hanging just under the boat, using it for shade, before they peel off into the blue. On the reef itself, look for nurse sharks napping on the sandy patches, and big schools of goatfish and snapper moving together. It's a great spot for an easy-going dive with plenty of resident fish life.
Typical Barracuda Shoals Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Barracuda Shoals
Barracuda Shoals Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Barracuda Shoals, sourced from Copernicus Marine satellite data
August Averages
Sea Temperature
30.01°C
86°F
Current Speed
13.34 cm/s
Direction: N (347°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.044 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.67 PSU
Data sources: Copernicus Marine Service (EU)
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