RISING SUN
Why dive here
With 531+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and lemon sharks - RISING SUN offers some of Nassau & New Providence's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 25-30°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Rising Sun, a motor vessel that found its resting place in 1988 after an unfortunate run-in with some coral heads near the ship channel, sits in a very accessible 7 meters of water. It’s a great spot for newer divers, or anyone looking for a relaxed, shallow exploration. We’ve always enjoyed how the wreck itself has become a home, with schools of grunts hanging around the superstructure and the occasional turtle gliding past. You can fin right over the top, peering into the hull, and observe the way the corals are slowly but surely claiming it as their own.
Typical RISING SUN Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for RISING SUN
RISING SUN Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for RISING SUN, 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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