Harrison Reefs
Protected Area
Folkstone
Why dive here
With 376+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, humpback whales, octopuses and orcas - Harrison Reefs offers some of West Coast's richest reef diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Harrison Reefs sits off the West Coast of Barbados, a stretch we know well for its generally calmer conditions. Unlike some of the scattered patch reefs, Harrison feels like a proper, continuous system, something we always appreciate. We’ve logged a good few dives here, and it always delivers a relaxed drift over a bustling coral landscape. You’ll find plenty of brain corals and sea fans, providing cover for a real cast of characters. Keep an eye out for the King Mullet sifting through the sand, and we’ve often spotted Trumpetfish hanging vertically, trying their best impression of a pipe. On a good day, the visibility stretches to 20 metres, letting you see the schools of Cottonwick and Schoolmasters cruising by. It’s a great spot for photographers who like to take their time, focusing on macro life like the tiny blennies and gobies tucked into crevices. This isn't a deep-wreck adrenaline dive; it's a gentle, colourful amble, perfect for unwinding after a day of island exploring.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Harrison Reefs
Harrison Reefs Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Harrison Reefs, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (13.26, -59.65) (2km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.9–31.2°C
Air Temperature
28°C
82°F
Wind Speed
5.94 m/s
11.5 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1012.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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