Devil s Backbone
Why dive here
With 531+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and lemon sharks - Devil s Backbone offers some of Nassau & New Providence's richest diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Devil's Backbone, off Nassau, is a decent option when you're looking for something a bit different than the usual reef dives. It's a shallow wreck dive, with depths often less than 15 meters, making it good for newer divers or those who prefer longer bottom times. Expect to see some schooling fish around the broken sections and perhaps a nurse shark tucked into a crevice. It’s a solid pick for a relaxed afternoon dive.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Devil s Backbone
Devil s Backbone Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Devil s Backbone, sourced from NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU) - nearest station: 8723214 - Virginia Key, FL (295km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
29°C
84°F · Range: 25.1–31.5°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Current Speed
6.71 cm/s
Direction: NW (333.4°)
Chlorophyll-a
0.057 mg/m³
Very clear (oligotrophic)
Salinity
36.73 PSU
Wind Speed
4 m/s
7.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1014.6 hPa
Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC + Copernicus Marine (EU)
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