Dog Island
Protected Area
Dog Island
Why dive here
With 476+ marine species recorded in the area - including barracuda, blacktip reef sharks, dolphins, eagle rays and humpback whales - Dog Island offers some of St. Thomas & St. John's richest diving. Water ranges 27-30°C, warmest August, September, October.
Dog Island is a relaxed introduction to diving in the USVI, particularly good for those just getting their fins wet. The shallow 14-meter maximum depth means plenty of light penetrates, illuminating the sand channels and scattered coral heads. We often spot southern stingrays here, gliding gracefully over the seafloor, and the occasional nurse shark tucked under a ledge. It’s a gentle drift on most days, making it an easygoing spot to build confidence while still enjoying some classic Caribbean critters.
Typical Dog Island Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Dog Island
Dive shops near Dog Island
Low Key Watersports, Inc.
Low Key Watersports
Red Fish Underwater LLC
Admiralty Dive Center
Coral World Ocean and Reef lnitiative, Inc.
Aqua Marine
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Dog Island
Dog Island Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Dog Island, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (18.3, -64.89) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
30°C
86°F · Range: 28.9–31.1°C
Air Temperature
27°C
81°F
Wind Speed
7.65 m/s
14.9 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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