11m
    Negril, Jamaica

    VEGA

    Best months: Jan–Dec

    Why dive here

    With 208+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, dolphins, oceanic whitetip sharks, orcas and sea turtles - VEGA offers some of Negril's richest wreck diving. Water sits around 27°C.

    Marine lifeBarracuda, Dolphins, Oceanic Whitetip Sharks, Orcas and Sea Turtles · 208+ species recorded
    Water27°C · warmest January, February, March
    CharacterWreck dive · max 11m
    StandoutExceptional marine biodiversity

    The Vega wreck in Negril is a proper dive, a carrier vessel sunk back in ‘85. She lies in just 11 metres, making her a solid choice for a longer bottom time, letting you really explore the superstructure. You’ll find schools of snapper and grunt milling around the hull, with the occasional barracuda lurking in the shadows. It's a relaxed dive, good for photographers keen to capture some classic Caribbean wreck shots without fighting current.

    Typical VEGA Dive Profile

    5m10mSafety Stop0m11m max~60 min estimated bottom time

    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.

    Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.

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    Conditions

    Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for VEGA

    VEGA Ocean Conditions

    Monthly averages for VEGA, sourced from NOAA buoy data - nearest station: Open-Meteo grid (18.27, -78.37) (0km away)

    August Averages

    Sea Temperature

    27.49°C

    81°F

    Air Temperature

    28.42°C

    83°F

    Wind Speed

    3.83 m/s

    7.4 knots

    Atmospheric Pressure

    1013.3 hPa

    Based on 5 years of monitoring data · Data sources: NOAA NDBC

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