Scotts Head Pinnacle
Protected Area
Soufriere/Scott's Head
Why dive here
With 266+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and nurse sharks - Scotts Head Pinnacle offers some of Soufriere-Scotts Head Marine Reserve's richest pinnacle diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Scotts Head Pinnacle sits right where the Caribbean Sea meets the Atlantic, a meeting point that often means some serious current. That flow brings in the bigger stuff, so keep an eye out for pelagics like pilot whales or even the occasional sperm whale making an appearance. The pinnacle itself is a busy, sponge-covered structure, a great spot to find smaller, shyer creatures tucked into crevices, like the elusive Cave Bass or even a Candy Basslet if you look closely. We’d say it's a good one for advanced divers who appreciate a drift and are keen on spotting some of Dominica’s more unique residents.
Typical Scotts Head Pinnacle 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 Scotts Head Pinnacle
Scotts Head Pinnacle Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Scotts Head Pinnacle, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (15.32, -61.39) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.9–31.1°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
5.54 m/s
10.8 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.2 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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