DIDO
Protected Area
Lough Hyne Nature Reserve and Environs SAC
Why dive here
With 185+ marine species recorded in the area - including blue sharks, dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales and ocean sunfish (mola mola) - DIDO offers some of South Coast's richest wreck diving. Water ranges 9-15°C, warmest July, August, September.
The Dido, a sailing vessel that met its end in 1883, now rests on the seabed at 22 metres off Ireland’s South Coast. This isn't a massive cargo ship, but rather a graceful outline, mostly broken up by time and the elements. You'll trace the remains of the hull and ribs, now thoroughly colonised by plumose anemones and dead man's fingers. Conger eels often peer out from nooks, and we’ve seen plenty of wrasse darting through the structure. It’s a good dive for those who appreciate history and the slow reclamation of the ocean, without needing vast penetration or complex navigation.
Typical DIDO Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Depth of 22m - Advanced Open Water certification recommended.
Wreck site - avoid penetration without wreck diving certification. Watch for sharp metal and entanglement hazards.
Cold water this month (avg 14°C). Drysuit or thick wetsuit (7mm+) recommended.
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for DIDO
DIDO Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for DIDO, sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (51.71, -8.38) (9km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
14°C
57°F · Range: 12.3–14.8°C
Air Temperature
12°C
54°F
Wind Speed
7.84 m/s
15.2 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1008.6 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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